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SJZ 9889

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Other 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,051 mi
Last recorded11,051 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJZ 9889
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 11,051 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 11,051 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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SJZ 9889 is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SJZ 9889, 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 SJZ 9889 registered?

SJZ 9889 is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 2011.

Is SJZ 9889 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJZ 9889 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJZ 9889 have outstanding finance?

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