VOLKSWAGEN JETTA MOT pass rate
71.5% of 19,795 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA MOT tests pass.
The JETTA passes 71.5% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
The VOLKSWAGEN JETTA passes 71.5% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA tested at 3–6 years pass 91.9% of the time, compared with just 68.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (23) | 23 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 91.9% | 37 | 46,206 miles |
| 6–10 years | 76.1% | 4,045 | 80,051 miles |
| 10–15 years | 72.3% | 6,604 | 110,010 miles |
| 15+ years | 68.8% | 9,086 | 131,295 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 57.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Fractured or broken".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 57.1% | Fractured or broken |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 41.8% | Not working |
| Brakes | 35.9% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Tyres | 24.7% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Body, chassis, structure | 19.3% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 11.9% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.8% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 8.1% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 2.9% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Road Wheels | 1.6% | Fixing missing |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA?
- 71.5% of VOLKSWAGEN JETTA MOT tests pass, based on 19,795 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 57.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Fractured or broken".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.