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BF12 RHU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,328 mi
Last recorded155,328 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 RHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 155,328 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2024 138,259 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 138,120 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 116,939 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 113,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 92,882 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 78,264 miles

Coolant level low

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 67,983 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 53,032 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 43,215 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 37,923 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 28,590 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 24,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2015 24,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BF12 RHU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BF12 RHU, 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 BF12 RHU registered?

BF12 RHU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is BF12 RHU safe to buy?

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