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BU61 FUN

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,214 mi
Last recorded115,214 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU61 FUN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 115,214 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 107,817 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 100,530 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 91,953 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 81,448 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 73,081 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 61,836 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 54,672 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 45,946 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 25,461 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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BU61 FUN is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel 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 BU61 FUN, 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 BU61 FUN?

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What year was BU61 FUN registered?

BU61 FUN is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 May 2014.

Is BU61 FUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU61 FUN shows 10 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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