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DG14 XFY

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,873 mi
Last recorded56,873 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG14 XFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 56,873 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 52,835 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 52,835 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2023 47,869 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened at coil seat (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively just passes, suggest having the brakes serviced asap. (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened at coil seat (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 43,337 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 38,938 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 38,937 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 36,544 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2020 36,543 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 32,534 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 32,532 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 26,988 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 19,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just passes (4.1.E.1)

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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DG14 XFY is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG14 XFY, 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.

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What year was DG14 XFY registered?

DG14 XFY is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 2014.

Is DG14 XFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG14 XFY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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