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VE62 SZU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

160,872 mi
Last recorded160,872 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE62 SZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 160,872 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 160,490 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 149,041 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 136,632 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 136,207 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 123,995 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 95,849 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 85,862 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 73,667 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 66,756 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 47,092 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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VE62 SZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 75,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE62 SZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE62 SZU?

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What year was VE62 SZU registered?

VE62 SZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is VE62 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE62 SZU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE62 SZU have outstanding finance?

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