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VU09 MXJ

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

161,592 mi
Last recorded161,592 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 MXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 161,592 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + suspension parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 159,046 miles

all rear suspension components slightly corroded

general corrosion

Fail 20 Feb 2025 159,046 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

all rear suspension components slightly corroded

general corrosion

Pass 23 Feb 2024 156,284 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2023 152,508 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 152,491 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 149,808 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 147,529 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 147,514 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 144,745 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 133,743 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 120,908 miles

both rear bump stop split

Pass 27 Feb 2017 108,913 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 95,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 83,021 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 69,365 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 55,643 miles

n/s/r seat belt not checked due to childs seat

Pass 22 Feb 2012 43,560 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 43,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VU09 MXJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 76,271 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 VU09 MXJ, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VU09 MXJ registered?

VU09 MXJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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