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YC09 FAM

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

166,556 mi
Last recorded166,556 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 FAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 166,556 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 166,556 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 87,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

no oil reading on dipstick

Fail 8 Nov 2022 87,279 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

no oil reading on dipstick

Pass 10 Jan 2022 75,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

turbo intercooler damaged

Pass 8 Jan 2021 63,265 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively contaminated in engine oil (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

front brake pads are not touching brake discs fully

Pass 10 Jan 2020 51,993 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 50,921 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 44,931 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 42,595 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 42,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

pad warning light is on

Pass 8 Dec 2015 38,145 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 31,557 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 22,026 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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YC09 FAM is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YC09 FAM, 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 YC09 FAM registered?

YC09 FAM is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 27 April 2009.

Is YC09 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 FAM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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