Volkswagen Jetta SE TDI 105 (2009)
2009 Volkswagen Jetta SE TDI 105
CarHunch analysed 143 real MOT records for the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SE TDI 105. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Jetta diesel has a first-time pass rate of 65.5%, notably below the UK average of 80%, which suggests these cars are prone to developing faults by their second or third decade. No vehicles in this cohort ever recorded a dangerous defect, so while reliability is a concern, you're not looking at a safety risk.
At 129,000 miles on average, these cars are well-used but still have typical life left in them; what matters more is that each vehicle averages 0.92 failures per test, indicating consistent minor issues rather than occasional catastrophic problems. When shopping for one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on common diesel weakness points—the pass rate suggests something systemic is wearing out, and knowing what's already failed will let you budget for the next round of repairs.
What to check before buying a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SE TDI 105
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 141 | 65% | 0.94 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SE TDI 105 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SE TDI 105 vehicles fall between 102,749 and 150,412 miles.
2009 Volkswagen Jetta SE TDI 105 — Still on the Road
48 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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