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VE61 BGK

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

203,702 mi
Last recorded203,702 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 BGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2026 203,702 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2025 202,980 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 195,073 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2024 194,848 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 183,641 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 174,177 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 173,905 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 170,925 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 170,517 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 133,162 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 132,802 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 111,636 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 100,139 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 64,599 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2015 64,955 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VE61 BGK is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 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 VE61 BGK, 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 VE61 BGK?

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What year was VE61 BGK registered?

VE61 BGK is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 8 December 2011.

Is VE61 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 BGK shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE61 BGK have outstanding finance?

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