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VU61 SFF

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

167,841 mi
Last recorded167,841 miles
Recorded on1 May 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 SFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2023 167,841 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 167,717 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 167,458 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 157,906 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 138,605 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension has general corrosion

under body has general corrosion

Pass 26 Sep 2019 123,257 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 106,595 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 81,478 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 63,696 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2014 49,607 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 49,607 miles

Offside Rear 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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VU61 SFF is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 VU61 SFF, 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 VU61 SFF registered?

VU61 SFF is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 19 September 2011.

Is VU61 SFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU61 SFF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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