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SY11 WZS

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,792 mi
Last recorded163,792 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY11 WZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 163,792 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 143,707 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2025 142,961 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2025 142,529 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 141,453 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 131,158 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 123,539 miles
Pass 9 May 2021 115,947 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 99,297 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 83,009 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2016 67,009 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 54,083 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 41,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 41,505 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 WZS is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SY11 WZS, 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 SY11 WZS?

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What year was SY11 WZS registered?

SY11 WZS is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 May 2011.

Is SY11 WZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY11 WZS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY11 WZS have outstanding finance?

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