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FG61 MKX

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,015 mi
Last recorded164,015 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 MKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 164,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 155,465 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

shields limiting inspection

Fail 2 Dec 2022 155,430 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 8 Dec 2021 146,465 miles

shields limiting inspection

Fail 8 Dec 2021 146,463 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 4 Dec 2020 137,546 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2019 129,134 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

shields limiting inspection

Pass 22 Nov 2018 117,874 miles

shields limiting inspection

Fail 22 Nov 2018 117,874 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 16 Nov 2017 106,795 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

shields limiting inspection

Pass 28 Nov 2016 96,162 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x 2 (4.1.E.1)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (3.5.1i)

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2015 85,156 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 85,154 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 73,849 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 73,849 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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FG61 MKX 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 66.7%.

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 FG61 MKX, 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.

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What year was FG61 MKX registered?

FG61 MKX is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 November 2011.

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