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AJ12 ZFN

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,352 mi
Last recorded109,352 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 ZFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2024 109,352 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 93,668 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 80,206 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 67,555 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 55,709 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 55,703 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 48,441 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 47,692 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 37,018 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 26,663 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 12,191 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,380 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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AJ12 ZFN is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AJ12 ZFN, 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.

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What year was AJ12 ZFN registered?

AJ12 ZFN is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is AJ12 ZFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 ZFN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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