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VU12 WXX

2012 Jeep Compass Limited Crd

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,612 mi
Last recorded79,612 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Jeep Compass Limited Crd61,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 WXX
MakeJeep
ModelCompass Limited Crd
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 79,612 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

car have slight age rust underneath allover

Pass 4 Jan 2024 74,734 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 72,788 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

parking brake as slight travel but still meets the requirements

Pass 3 Nov 2021 69,506 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 66,772 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 64,699 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 61,250 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 57,412 miles

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

Offside front tyre cut, not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 12 Oct 2016 51,762 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 47,470 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering feels heavy on idle

Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2015 33,986 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 33,986 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

How Reliable is the Jeep Compass Limited Crd?

Based on 12,644 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
6,484
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 303
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 170
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 160
position lamp(s) not working 118
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 104
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VU12 WXX is a 2012 Jeep Compass Limited Crd in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Jeep Compass Limited Crd models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 61,645 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Compass Limited Crd fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 303 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU12 WXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Compass Limited Crd typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Jeep Compass Limited Crd is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU12 WXX registered?

VU12 WXX is a 2012 Jeep Compass Limited Crd, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is VU12 WXX safe to buy?

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