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AM51 UNX

2002 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

156,172 mi
Last recorded156,172 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Jetta82,849 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 UNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2012 156,172 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

LED SIDE LIGHTS

Fail 26 Sep 2012 156,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

LED SIDE LIGHTS

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 143,132 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 125,894 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 125,894 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 109,501 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Oct 2009 109,501 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Inner Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 UNX is a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UNX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM51 UNX registered?

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

Is AM51 UNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM51 UNX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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