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VN61 KUO

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

171,958 mi
Last recorded171,958 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 KUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 171,958 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 154,750 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2024 153,808 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 135,404 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 116,673 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 100,496 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 78,534 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 66,447 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 54,190 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 45,006 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing uneven

Offside Front tyre wearing uneven

under body covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2014 33,908 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

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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VN61 KUO is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VN61 KUO, 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 VN61 KUO?

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What year was VN61 KUO registered?

VN61 KUO is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is VN61 KUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN61 KUO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN61 KUO have outstanding finance?

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