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SJ11 UBN

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,436 mi
Last recorded53,436 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ11 UBN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 53,436 miles

Central Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 4 both front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Surface corrosion to sub-frames & rear inner sills both sides

Pass 12 Feb 2025 53,194 miles

Central Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 52,478 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2024 52,478 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 51,646 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 47,673 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 42,950 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 38,581 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 33,797 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 27,125 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 20,923 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 16,759 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 12,457 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 8,015 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 8,015 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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SJ11 UBN is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SJ11 UBN, 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 SJ11 UBN registered?

SJ11 UBN is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 March 2011.

Is SJ11 UBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ11 UBN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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