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S973 WEG

1999 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

127,841 mi
Last recorded127,841 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Jetta109,753 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS973 WEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2012 127,841 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 127,841 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 127,513 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 118,163 miles

CHECK OUT OVER HEATING PROBLEM

ENGINE LIGHT ON

Fail 9 Feb 2011 118,163 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

CHECK OUT OVER HEATING PROBLEM

ENGINE LIGHT ON

Pass 17 Sep 2009 108,912 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 108,912 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 98,720 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 92,193 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 92,193 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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S973 WEG is a 1999 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.5% with a typical mileage of 109,753 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 S973 WEG, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S973 WEG?

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What year was S973 WEG registered?

S973 WEG is a 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S973 WEG safe to buy?

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