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YT09 UDW

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

104,271 mi
Last recorded104,271 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT09 UDW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 104,271 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 90,066 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024 88,915 miles

headlamp lenses deteriated

Fail 17 May 2024 88,915 miles

headlamp lenses deteriated

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 May 2023 86,622 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 86,620 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 May 2022 83,438 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 83,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 77,823 miles

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

osr shocker cover deteriated

Fail 2 Mar 2021 77,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

osr shocker cover deteriated

Pass 21 Feb 2020 74,332 miles

headlsmp lenses detertiated

osr shocker cover deteriated

Pass 7 Mar 2019 68,088 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

egr cooler on rear of engine , linkage clearly defective , egr valve is located on front of engine on this model so not actual egr valve defective

Pass 12 Mar 2018 61,317 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 61,317 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 54,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 48,183 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 48,157 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 40,881 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 40,879 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 33,891 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 27,607 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 19,895 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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YT09 UDW is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 YT09 UDW, 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 YT09 UDW registered?

YT09 UDW is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is YT09 UDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT09 UDW shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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