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AE65 JLX

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,407 mi
Last recorded139,407 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE65 JLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 139,407 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 125,355 miles

Nearside Rear 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 26 Jul 2023 111,746 miles

Front bumper damaged

Nearside d t r light out

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2022 95,397 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Damage to outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2022 95,396 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Damage to outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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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AE65 JLX is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 49,311 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 AE65 JLX, 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 10 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 AE65 JLX registered?

AE65 JLX is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 February 2016.

Is AE65 JLX safe to buy?

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