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AEW 954A

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Multi-colour Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,775 mi
Last recorded18,775 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEW 954A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 18,775 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 17,324 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 16,940 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,124 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 15,109 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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AEW 954A is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Multi-colour with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 AEW 954A, 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 AEW 954A registered?

AEW 954A is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 May 2011.

Is AEW 954A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEW 954A shows 5 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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