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FV61 WDN

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

95,946 mi
Last recorded95,946 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 WDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 95,946 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner 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))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 94,938 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner 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 20 Nov 2024 89,411 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 84,440 miles

Centre exhaust sleeve broken

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Nov 2022 79,654 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 79,651 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 73,168 miles

Engine bay covers are fitted to the vehicle

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs are pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2021 73,165 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine bay covers are fitted to the vehicle

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working Replaced bulb ----- Bulb N207 ----- (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs are pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 69,454 miles

Engine bay covers are fitted to the vehicle

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

Undertrays are fitted to the vehicle

Pass 20 Nov 2019 65,488 miles

Engine bay covers are fitted to the vehicle

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

Undertrays are fitted to the vehicle

Pass 19 Nov 2018 57,740 miles

Engine bay covers fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items

Undertrays fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items

Fail 19 Nov 2018 57,737 miles

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

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

Engine bay covers fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre at 3mm - 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre at 3mm - 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items

Pass 27 Nov 2017 51,907 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 27 Nov 2017 51,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Nov 2016 44,494 miles

vehicle emissions too clean for smoke tester to pick up

Pass 23 Nov 2015 37,366 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 29,621 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FV61 WDN is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FV61 WDN, 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 FV61 WDN registered?

FV61 WDN is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is FV61 WDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 WDN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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