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TKJ 556X

1981 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

55,664 mi
Last recorded55,664 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2013
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Jetta77,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKJ 556X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2013 55,664 miles

all prescribed areas and chassis beginning to corrode

Pass 26 Feb 2011 54,555 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 52,040 miles

ADVISE REAR EXAUST MOUNTINGS IN POOR CONDTION

Fail 19 Mar 2010 53,026 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

ADVISE REAR EXAUST MOUNTINGS IN POOR CONDTION

Pass 18 Aug 2008 52,121 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 52,121 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 51,119 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 51,119 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 49,162 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 49,162 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2005 47,697 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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TKJ 556X is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 77,495 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 TKJ 556X, 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 45 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 TKJ 556X registered?

TKJ 556X is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is TKJ 556X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKJ 556X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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