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PK11 OLW

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,301 mi
Last recorded74,301 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK11 OLW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 74,301 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 70,020 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 58,522 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 54,906 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 54,438 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 48,728 miles

front tyre edges badly worn

Pass 18 May 2018 42,054 miles

Nearside front brake pad worn close to wear sensor.

Pass 10 May 2017 35,109 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 27,208 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 22,892 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 18,170 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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PK11 OLW is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PK11 OLW, 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 PK11 OLW registered?

PK11 OLW is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 2011.

Is PK11 OLW safe to buy?

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