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Volkswagen Jetta

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LA12 FNLMOT history

LA12 FNL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Jetta first used on 29 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 163,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
163,304 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
12,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA12 FNL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Jetta
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA12 FNL was last recorded at 163,304 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,304 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,304 miles
  • 2025 – 153,420 miles
  • 2024 – 131,192 miles
  • 2023 – 108,054 miles
  • 2022 – 96,120 miles
  • 2021 – 79,097 miles
  • 2020 – 74,942 miles
  • 2019 – 64,921 miles
  • 2018 – 53,633 miles
  • 2016 – 43,709 miles
  • 2015 – 20,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,304 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,304 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    163,304 miles
    Test number
    478893440214
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail163,304 miles (+9,884)3 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,304 miles
    Test number
    293402574943
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass153,420 miles (+22,228)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,420 miles
    Test number
    680500707085
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides and rear both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass131,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,192 miles
    Test number
    196157630952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,192 miles (+23,138)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,192 miles
    Test number
    443277940758
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,054 miles (+11,934)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,054 miles
    Test number
    524139852926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,120 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,120 miles
    Test number
    145537479450
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail96,118 miles (+17,021)3 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,118 miles
    Test number
    351592574681
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass79,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,097 miles
    Test number
    335102848897
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail79,097 miles (+4,155)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,097 miles
    Test number
    883518963544
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,942 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,942 miles
    Test number
    709402092726
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail74,941 miles (+606)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,941 miles
    Test number
    379522759580
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail74,335 miles (+9,414)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    197172899515
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass64,921 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,921 miles
    Test number
    925282847414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Fail64,900 miles (+2,765)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,900 miles
    Test number
    745089870589
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  16. Pass62,135 miles (+8,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,135 miles
    Test number
    895503875620
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass53,633 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,633 miles
    Test number
    900052287889
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail53,633 miles (+9,924)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,633 miles
    Test number
    263646120772
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass43,709 miles (+23,260)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,709 miles
    Test number
    294116376333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,449 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,449 miles
    Test number
    224301093783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,611 miles
    Test number
    225210475488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail19,611 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,611 miles
    Test number
    408149565167
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LA12 FNL

Does LA12 FNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 FNL is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 FNL?
The MOT on LA12 FNL is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA12 FNL done?
LA12 FNL was recorded at 163,304 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 12,754 miles a year.
Has LA12 FNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 FNL has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LA12 FNL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LA12 FNL find?
LA12 FNL passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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