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BG64 VUV

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,265 mi
Last recorded76,265 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG64 VUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 76,265 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 71,718 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 66,817 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 62,921 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 62,086 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil on undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 61,981 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 61,981 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 60,640 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2018 60,640 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 50,820 miles

Rear number plate cracked but still readable

Fail 31 Oct 2017 50,747 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear number plate cracked but still readable

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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BG64 VUV is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG64 VUV, 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.

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What year was BG64 VUV registered?

BG64 VUV is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2014.

Is BG64 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG64 VUV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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