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GF11 XXJ

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,999 mi
Last recorded49,999 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF11 XXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 49,999 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 8 May 2026 49,994 miles

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 2 May 2025 47,002 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 44,262 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 44,230 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 41,577 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 38,648 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 35,581 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 33,082 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 22,309 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 22,032 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 21,312 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 21,312 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 20,328 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 19,280 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 17,308 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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GF11 XXJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF11 XXJ, 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 GF11 XXJ registered?

GF11 XXJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2011.

Is GF11 XXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF11 XXJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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