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LJ04 TYN

2004 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

234,339 mi
Last recorded234,339 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta95,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 TYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 234,339 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front corroded on inner edges of tread (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front wing corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2023 228,348 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2023 228,348 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 221,037 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 211,605 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 211,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 200,910 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 197,904 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 197,904 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 189,547 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 179,054 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 172,202 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 163,487 miles

both head lamps missted still has beam pattern

Fail 14 Dec 2015 163,487 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both head lamps missted still has beam pattern

Pass 15 Dec 2014 154,542 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 146,253 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 146,253 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 137,669 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 124,420 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 124,352 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 112,692 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 100,196 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front number plate not fitted at time of test foreigh vehicle

Fail 4 Jan 2010 100,196 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front number plate not fitted at time of test foreigh vehicle

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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LJ04 TYN is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 95,403 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 LJ04 TYN, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ04 TYN registered?

LJ04 TYN is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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The MOT history for LJ04 TYN shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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