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GD11 EJO

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

55,768 mi
Last recorded55,768 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD11 EJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 55,768 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 55,768 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2025 53,666 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 22 May 2025 53,664 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER SIDEWALL [ 205/55/16 ] (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 21 May 2024 50,996 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 21 May 2024 50,986 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 14 Apr 2023 49,939 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 13 Apr 2023 49,939 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 1 Mar 2022 47,073 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 31 Mar 2021 45,563 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

O/S/R HANDBRAKE ONLY JUST MADE REQUIRED READING

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 26 Mar 2020 44,519 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 26 Mar 2020 44,519 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 20 Mar 2019 40,078 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER & OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 20 Mar 2019 40,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER SIDE WALL [205/55/16] (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER & OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 21 Mar 2018 33,891 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 28 Mar 2017 29,019 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 18 Mar 2016 25,736 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 19,580 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 13,537 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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GD11 EJO is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GD11 EJO, 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.

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What year was GD11 EJO registered?

GD11 EJO is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 March 2011.

Is GD11 EJO safe to buy?

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