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PN61 DLX

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

171,004 mi
Last recorded171,004 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN61 DLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 171,004 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 159,538 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 146,861 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 146,490 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 133,858 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 133,729 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2021 120,858 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 96,982 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 96,663 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 82,279 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 73,676 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 73,600 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 43,039 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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PN61 DLX is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PN61 DLX, 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 PN61 DLX?

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What year was PN61 DLX registered?

PN61 DLX is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 14 September 2011.

Is PN61 DLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN61 DLX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PN61 DLX have outstanding finance?

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