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AM51 PPZ

2002 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

161,827 mi
Last recorded161,827 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Jetta82,849 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 PPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 161,827 miles

Engine Oil Leak

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Dent on sidewall

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Slight exhaust blow

Fail 13 Aug 2018 161,823 miles

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

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

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Engine Oil Leak

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Dent on sidewall

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Slight exhaust blow

Pass 18 Aug 2017 152,613 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside dent in outer sill

Oil leak engine ()

engine light on

Pass 23 Aug 2016 143,437 miles

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

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

brake discs have a ridge on

brake pedal seems to have travel

hand brake lever high

head lights misty

Pass 24 Aug 2015 133,635 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Aug 2015 133,633 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken UK (2.4.C.1a)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 123,142 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 123,142 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 113,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 113,197 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 104,233 miles

n/s rear tyre has cracks in treads

Fail 21 Aug 2012 104,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s rear tyre has cracks in treads

Pass 22 Aug 2011 94,432 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 94,432 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 84,425 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2010 84,425 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 73,869 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 60,679 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 60,679 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 47,551 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 47,551 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear brakes are slightly sticky.

nearside rear tyre getting close to limit.

Pass 10 Aug 2006 37,825 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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AM51 PPZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 82,849 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 AM51 PPZ, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM51 PPZ registered?

AM51 PPZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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