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FP60 VFR

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,394 mi
Last recorded56,394 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP60 VFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 56,394 miles

general underbody surface corrosion including all suspension components

Pass 28 Nov 2024 52,059 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 50,993 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 49,816 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 43,822 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 41,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge / seam mark on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting / perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 41,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge / seam mark on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting / perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 37,647 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 RECOMMEND REPLACEMENTS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X2 NSF/OSF IN TREAD. AND LOW PRESSURE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin RECOMMEND REPLACEMENTS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 32,391 miles

front wipers split

Pass 13 Jan 2017 27,230 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 24,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres perished

Pass 6 Jan 2015 22,043 miles

all 4 tyres cracked and perished,recommend changing.

Pass 2 Jan 2014 18,068 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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FP60 VFR is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 52,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP60 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP60 VFR registered?

FP60 VFR is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 January 2011.

Is FP60 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP60 VFR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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