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SY11 SVL

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,072 mi
Last recorded107,072 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY11 SVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 107,072 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower sills slightly corroded

rear exhaust damaged but not leaking

Fail 10 Jul 2026 107,072 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower sills slightly corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rear exhaust damaged but not leaking

Pass 4 Jul 2025 95,123 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 71,167 miles

Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened lowering kit fitted (coilovers) (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 65,653 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 52,740 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 52,003 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 48,496 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 46,394 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 43,204 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking on side wall

Fail 27 Mar 2017 43,203 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 1 Apr 2016 38,162 miles

exhaust sleeve corroded

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall perrished

Pass 3 Apr 2015 34,747 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 30,940 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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SY11 SVL is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SY11 SVL, 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 SY11 SVL registered?

SY11 SVL is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 13 April 2011.

Is SY11 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY11 SVL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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