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JF51 JAB

2011 Volkswagen Unknown

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

110,239 mi
Last recorded110,239 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Unknown85,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJF51 JAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 110,239 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 96,571 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2025 96,428 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 82,801 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 82,779 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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JF51 JAB is a 2011 Volkswagen Unknown in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 85,478 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JF51 JAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JF51 JAB registered?

JF51 JAB is a 2011 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2011.

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