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YK57 MDV

2007 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

177,314 mi
Last recorded177,314 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta90,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK57 MDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 177,314 miles

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

underbody corroded, inc suspension components

Pass 5 Dec 2024 164,704 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 149,503 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 141,119 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 141,116 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 126,630 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 117,721 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 106,328 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 94,399 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 84,170 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 73,250 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 66,094 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 59,473 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyre walls cracked

Pass 4 Sep 2013 51,891 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 44,361 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 36,167 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 29,969 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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YK57 MDV is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 90,374 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 YK57 MDV, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK57 MDV registered?

YK57 MDV is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 September 2007.

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