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BG14 VBM

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,649 mi
Last recorded89,649 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG14 VBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2025 89,649 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 86,496 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 80,480 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 75,728 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 68,039 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2020 63,214 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 57,197 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 52,679 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 40,111 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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BG14 VBM is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BG14 VBM, 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 BG14 VBM registered?

BG14 VBM is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 April 2014.

Is BG14 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG14 VBM shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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