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273X900

1999 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

272,776 mi
Last recorded272,776 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2009
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Jetta109,753 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration273X900
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2009 272,776 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 272,776 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 264,397 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 264,397 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 255,814 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 255,809 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 242,333 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 241,985 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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273X900 is a 1999 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.5% with a typical mileage of 109,753 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 273X900, 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 27 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 273X900 registered?

273X900 is a 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is 273X900 safe to buy?

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