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YR61 UUP

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,311 mi
Last recorded48,311 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta76,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR61 UUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 48,311 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 48,262 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 48,020 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 47,307 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Near side and off side rear arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 47,274 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Near side and off side rear arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 45,086 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 45,086 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 41,931 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 38,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 34,658 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 30,733 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,098 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 23,939 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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YR61 UUP is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YR61 UUP, 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 YR61 UUP registered?

YR61 UUP is a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is YR61 UUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR61 UUP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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