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AV12 JHZ

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

140,962 mi
Last recorded140,962 miles
Recorded on29 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 JHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2023 140,962 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 140,949 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 130,374 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 110,987 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 102,880 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 91,635 miles

osr and nsf tyre need replacment befor winter

Fail 20 Jul 2018 91,635 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

osr and nsf tyre need replacment befor winter

Pass 20 Jul 2017 80,765 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 80,765 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 68,593 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 58,456 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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AV12 JHZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AV12 JHZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV12 JHZ registered?

AV12 JHZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 May 2012.

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The MOT history for AV12 JHZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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