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YD09 YPL

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,639 mi
Last recorded110,639 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD09 YPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 110,639 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 96,449 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 96,354 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 82,799 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 82,502 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 68,570 miles

Front exhaust clamp broken

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5-3mm scrubbing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 65,200 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 65,199 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 59,193 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 6 Feb 2020 56,260 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 56,260 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 49,771 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 47,008 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 42,686 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 37,091 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 32,952 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 28,126 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 23,928 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 19,241 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 19,241 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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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YD09 YPL is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YD09 YPL, 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

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What year was YD09 YPL registered?

YD09 YPL is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is YD09 YPL safe to buy?

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