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BD04 SJD

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,979 mi
Last recorded39,979 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 SJD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 39,979 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 36,982 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 33,516 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 29,363 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 26,516 miles

o/s and n/s front brake discs, have slight corrosion and pitting on the inner face of the disc

o/s and n/s front tyres are wearing on the inner shoulder of the tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2021 23,250 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 21,427 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 17,814 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 13,748 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 9,290 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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BD04 SJD is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 45,577 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 BD04 SJD, 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 12 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 BD04 SJD registered?

BD04 SJD is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 June 2014.

Is BD04 SJD safe to buy?

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