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VO61 VFS

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,431 mi
Last recorded143,431 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO61 VFS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 143,431 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 135,520 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 134,969 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 128,206 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2022 119,292 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 112,444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 87,951 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 81,686 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 76,536 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 69,316 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 55,953 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Nov 2014 41,759 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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VO61 VFS is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VO61 VFS, 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 VO61 VFS registered?

VO61 VFS is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is VO61 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO61 VFS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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