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DF14 RLV

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,835 mi
Last recorded42,835 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF14 RLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 42,835 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog light not lit

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 42,828 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog light not lit

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 38,577 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 34,830 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 34,828 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 30,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front FOG LIGHT NOT WORKING

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 25,891 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 24,682 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 22,270 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 19,307 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 15,638 miles

all 4 tyre treads cracking

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 30 May 2017 13,663 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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DF14 RLV is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DF14 RLV, 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

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What year was DF14 RLV registered?

DF14 RLV is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 2014.

Is DF14 RLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF14 RLV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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