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OV11 XBF

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,008 mi
Last recorded90,008 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV11 XBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 90,008 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2026 90,008 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 84,672 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 23 Feb 2024 82,358 miles

Front Both tyres worn edges

Pass 19 Apr 2023 76,114 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 69,754 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 67,093 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 64,645 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 57,614 miles

Front wiper blades deteriorated, Not smearing windscreen.

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 50,131 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 43,806 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 34,803 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 26,810 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 19,936 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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OV11 XBF is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc 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 OV11 XBF, 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 OV11 XBF registered?

OV11 XBF is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 June 2011.

Is OV11 XBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV11 XBF 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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