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BT14 PJU

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,792 mi
Last recorded23,792 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT14 PJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 23,792 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 23,759 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 22,572 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 21,403 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 19,744 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 16,946 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 28 Jun 2021 14,643 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 13,217 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 10,990 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 8,209 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 6,842 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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BT14 PJU is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BT14 PJU, 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

How do I check the history of BT14 PJU?

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What year was BT14 PJU registered?

BT14 PJU is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 July 2014.

Is BT14 PJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT14 PJU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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