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VU59 FHY

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

96,194 mi
Last recorded96,194 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 FHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 96,194 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion underneath

Fail 29 Jun 2026 96,192 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion underneath

Pass 5 Jul 2025 92,623 miles

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Pass 1 Jul 2024 88,946 miles

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Fail 22 Jun 2024 88,839 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Pass 15 Jul 2023 83,683 miles

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 29 Jul 2022 77,819 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 73,891 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 70,575 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 66,710 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 61,715 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear position lamp up to 1/2 LED not functioning

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 61,715 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear position lamp up to 1/2 LED not functioning

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 57,760 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 53,123 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 49,626 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 43,253 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 36,890 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 14 May 2013 30,826 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 28,034 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)

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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VU59 FHY is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VU59 FHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU59 FHY?

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What year was VU59 FHY registered?

VU59 FHY is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is VU59 FHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU59 FHY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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