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ST11 DCV

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,714 mi
Last recorded27,714 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST11 DCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 27,714 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 23,327 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2024 23,327 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, 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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2023 17,345 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 13,669 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 12,601 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 11,900 miles

All tyres have light cracking

both front wipers smeary

Fail 4 Nov 2020 11,889 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured fractured at lower bush (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All tyres have light cracking

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front wipers smeary

Pass 15 Apr 2019 10,715 miles

Front wiper blades smear slightly

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 10,486 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% High level (1.2.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 10,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% High level (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 9,954 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 9,614 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 8,460 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 6,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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ST11 DCV is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ST11 DCV, 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 ST11 DCV registered?

ST11 DCV is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2011.

Is ST11 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST11 DCV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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