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FV61 WEJ

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,454 mi
Last recorded91,454 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 WEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 91,454 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 86,750 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 86,750 miles

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 80,633 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 80,633 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 74,038 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 68,020 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 68,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 63,578 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 61,175 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 57,562 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 56,882 miles

BRAKES ARE WORN

Pass 21 Feb 2018 53,417 miles

FRONT BRAKES ARE GETTING LOW

FRONT TYRES ARE SCRUBBED ON INNER EDGES

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE IS PERISHED ON SIDEWALL

Pass 21 Feb 2017 51,549 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 49,198 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 40,979 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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FV61 WEJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WEJ, 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

How do I check the history of FV61 WEJ?

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What year was FV61 WEJ registered?

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

Is FV61 WEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 WEJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV61 WEJ have outstanding finance?

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