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C140 DEB

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,594 mi
Last recorded53,594 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC140 DEB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 53,594 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 48,271 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 42,360 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 35,563 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 29,759 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 26,150 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 22,606 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 17,891 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 13 Dec 2017 13,822 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

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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C140 DEB 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 C140 DEB, 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 C140 DEB?

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What year was C140 DEB registered?

C140 DEB is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 December 2014.

Is C140 DEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C140 DEB 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.

Does C140 DEB have outstanding finance?

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