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E220 UOJ

1988 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

148,473 mi
Last recorded148,473 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Jetta109,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE220 UOJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 148,473 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 148,100 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 147,606 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 145,261 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 13,886 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 132,949 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2011 132,948 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 128,332 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 123,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2006 115,229 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 115,229 miles

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

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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E220 UOJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 109,358 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 E220 UOJ, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E220 UOJ registered?

E220 UOJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 February 1988.

Is E220 UOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E220 UOJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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