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YT57 SFZ

2007 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,799 mi
Last recorded154,799 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta90,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT57 SFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 154,799 miles

Front shocks have slight play in shaft

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

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2025 154,796 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front shocks have slight play in shaft

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

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 145,160 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 145,160 miles

Central Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2023 139,631 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 132,905 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 125,278 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 121,682 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 110,036 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 87,445 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 5 Oct 2017 62,889 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 44,033 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 44,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 38,927 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 33,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 33,553 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 29,149 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 23,767 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 19,795 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 15,092 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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YT57 SFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YT57 SFZ, 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.

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What year was YT57 SFZ registered?

YT57 SFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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