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DK14 WZS

2014 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,024 mi
Last recorded83,024 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle45,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK14 WZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 83,024 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 81,850 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 71,373 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn inner edge and low tread throughout (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 71,373 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn inner edge and low tread throughout (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 61,623 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 54,792 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 54,792 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 50,181 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 45,227 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 28,246 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 43,176 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 24,453 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 15,921 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 15,921 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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DK14 WZS is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DK14 WZS, 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 DK14 WZS registered?

DK14 WZS is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2014.

Is DK14 WZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK14 WZS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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