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BK15 JVG

2015 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,164 mi
Last recorded59,164 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle41,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK15 JVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 59,164 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 56,626 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 54,639 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2024 54,639 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 52,031 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 47,295 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 47,295 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 44,168 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 42,105 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 37,961 miles

DID NOT TRIGGER SMOKE METER

Pass 28 Feb 2018 29,778 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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BK15 JVG is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 41,051 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 BK15 JVG, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BK15 JVG?

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What year was BK15 JVG registered?

BK15 JVG is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 March 2015.

Is BK15 JVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK15 JVG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK15 JVG have outstanding finance?

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