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BK11 ZKU

2011 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,362 mi
Last recorded36,362 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle52,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK11 ZKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2025 36,362 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 35,146 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 32,759 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 28,731 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 24,246 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 22,759 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 21,902 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 20,260 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 18,214 miles

all tyres cracked and perished

Pass 4 Aug 2016 15,958 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 13,095 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 11,445 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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BK11 ZKU is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK11 ZKU, 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 BK11 ZKU registered?

BK11 ZKU is a 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 March 2011.

Is BK11 ZKU safe to buy?

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