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AD16 LWG

2016 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,094 mi
Last recorded120,094 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD16 LWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 120,094 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly wearing out on the inner edges area

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly wearing out on the inner edges area

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

Fail 17 Nov 2025 120,094 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (Cut to Cords) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly wearing out on the inner edges area

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly wearing out on the inner edges area

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 109,929 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 109,929 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (Insecure) (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 100,581 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 12 Nov 2022 83,527 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 63,747 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 61,236 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Nov 2019 59,189 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 50,339 miles

unable to carry out full inspection of o/s/r seatbelt due to childseat fitted

Fail 13 Apr 2019 50,338 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

unable to carry out full inspection of o/s/r seatbelt due to childseat fitted

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AD16 LWG is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 75,909 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 Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD16 LWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD16 LWG registered?

AD16 LWG is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 May 2016.

Is AD16 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD16 LWG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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