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PE11 HZU

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

101,324 mi
Last recorded101,324 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE11 HZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 101,324 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 101,324 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 90,512 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 78,908 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 66,087 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 54,798 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 44,019 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 32,816 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively inner brake surface scored. (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 21,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished and cracked

Offside Front Tyre perished and cracked

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracked

Pass 15 May 2017 20,432 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 18,088 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 14,722 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 11,645 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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PE11 HZU is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc 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 PE11 HZU, 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 PE11 HZU registered?

PE11 HZU is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 March 2011.

Is PE11 HZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE11 HZU 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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