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EK61 ZZS

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,447 mi
Last recorded111,447 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK61 ZZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 111,447 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2025 111,101 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 92,935 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 85,178 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 85,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 80,264 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 72,563 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 72,563 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 67,035 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 67,035 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 59,461 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 53,715 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 45,762 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 35,213 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 25,105 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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EK61 ZZS is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 76,198 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 EK61 ZZS, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK61 ZZS registered?

EK61 ZZS is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 22 October 2011.

Is EK61 ZZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK61 ZZS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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