What year Volkswagen Jetta Gl is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1983 Volkswagen Jetta Gl has the highest pass rate at 50.0%, out of 816 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Volkswagen Jetta Gl MOT failures?

The most common Volkswagen Jetta Gl MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Volkswagen Jetta Gl — Reliability by Year

5,266 vehicles · MOT data 1980–1985 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Volkswagen Jetta Gl was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1985	—	—	794
1984	—	—	791
1983	50.0%	66,144 mi	816
1982	—	—	820
1981	—	—	1,169
1980	—	—	876

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