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21 VC

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,829 mi
Last recorded14,829 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration21 VC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 14,829 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 14,392 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working ESP light doesn't illuminate when ignition is turned on (7.12 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 14,025 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 13,977 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 13,649 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 13,090 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 13,036 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 12,467 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test tax disc holder, blocking view to curbside

Pass 1 Aug 2018 11,676 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 11,676 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 10,777 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 10,004 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 8,600 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 7,664 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 5,850 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 3,959 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 3,793 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brakes slight bind

Pass 29 Jul 2009 3,793 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front brakes slight bind

Pass 11 Jul 2008 3,269 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 3,075 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 2,898 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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21 VC is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 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 21 VC, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 21 VC registered?

21 VC is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 August 2000.

Is 21 VC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 21 VC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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