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VK11 USW

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,111 mi
Last recorded52,111 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK11 USW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 52,111 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 43,689 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 41,217 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 40,766 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 40,073 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 36,430 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 35,447 miles

Both rear inner sills starting to corrode due to age

Pass 13 Dec 2018 33,523 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 33,522 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2018 30,516 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 25,547 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 25,547 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 20,424 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,057 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 13,228 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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VK11 USW is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc 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 VK11 USW, 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 VK11 USW registered?

VK11 USW is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is VK11 USW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK11 USW 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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