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YR59 FSE

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,820 mi
Last recorded143,820 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 FSE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 143,820 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 134,966 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 125,482 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 116,437 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 105,238 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 95,331 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Both headlamp lens' frosting but beam pattern acceptable

Fail 23 Jan 2021 95,260 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Both headlamp lens' frosting but beam pattern acceptable

Pass 14 Feb 2020 87,670 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 84,611 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 79,313 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 73,768 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber bump stop split/perished.

Offside Rear Shock absorber bump stop split/perished.

Fail 30 Mar 2017 73,768 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber bump stop split/perished.

Offside Rear Shock absorber bump stop split/perished.

Pass 21 Apr 2016 71,766 miles

Rear both tryes worn on inner tread

Pass 6 Oct 2014 62,080 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,501 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 37,328 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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YR59 FSE is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YR59 FSE, 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 YR59 FSE registered?

YR59 FSE is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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