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S444 SWP

2021 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

85,528 mi
Last recorded85,528 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS444 SWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 85,528 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 55,371 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 77,944 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2024 50,334 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 67,429 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 44,344 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 38,886 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 34,145 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 26,540 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 25,757 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 24,912 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 21,599 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 20,602 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,040 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 20,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 16,949 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 14,623 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 13,893 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 12,569 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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S444 SWP is a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 S444 SWP, 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 5 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S444 SWP registered?

S444 SWP is a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 May 2021.

Is S444 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S444 SWP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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