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GU11 XPO

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,373 mi
Last recorded119,373 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU11 XPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 119,373 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 110,670 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 100,328 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 86,953 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 81,257 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 77,074 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Oct 2020 77,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 70,454 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 62,574 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 54,677 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 46,297 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 37,253 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,694 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)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 28,677 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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GU11 XPO is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GU11 XPO, 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

How do I check the history of GU11 XPO?

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What year was GU11 XPO registered?

GU11 XPO is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 March 2011.

Is GU11 XPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU11 XPO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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