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MG55 DON

2011 Volkswagen Shuttle

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,230 mi
Last recorded69,230 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Shuttle88,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG55 DON
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 69,230 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 64,302 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 60,336 miles

parking brake switch intermittent fault

Pass 21 Sep 2022 55,917 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 55,062 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 52,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 50,826 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 48,807 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 48,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/55 17 (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 43,504 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 37,605 miles

o/s/f tyre tread low on edges

Pass 23 Mar 2015 31,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 25,059 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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MG55 DON is a 2011 Volkswagen Shuttle in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 88,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MG55 DON, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MG55 DON?

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What year was MG55 DON registered?

MG55 DON is a 2011 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 25 July 2011.

Is MG55 DON safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG55 DON shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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