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DF14 VXV

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

144,999 mi
Last recorded144,999 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF14 VXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 144,999 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 130,541 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 109,384 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 81,139 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Mar 2021 62,311 miles

emissions too clean to register

Fail 30 Mar 2021 62,310 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

emissions too clean to register

Pass 5 Oct 2020 56,913 miles

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

emissions too clean to register

Pass 8 Oct 2019 41,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 7 Oct 2019 41,381 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Feb 2018 17,058 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 14,723 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 VXV is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VXV, 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 DF14 VXV?

You can check the full history of DF14 VXV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DF14 VXV registered?

DF14 VXV is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 June 2014.

Is DF14 VXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF14 VXV 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 DF14 VXV have outstanding finance?

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