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YX12 SYZ

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

142,571 mi
Last recorded142,571 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX12 SYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 142,571 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Feb 2025 132,900 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Feb 2024 123,822 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Mar 2023 117,328 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Mar 2022 110,123 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 103,909 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 98,430 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 91,574 miles

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

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

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2018 84,305 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 78,015 miles

Vehicle emissions are too clean to record a result - Visually OK

Fail 20 Mar 2017 78,015 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle emissions are too clean to record a result - Visually OK

Pass 7 Jun 2016 59,622 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 44,180 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 40,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YX12 SYZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 75,095 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 YX12 SYZ, 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 14 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 YX12 SYZ registered?

YX12 SYZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is YX12 SYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX12 SYZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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