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AE16 XBZ

2016 Volkswagen Up

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,698 mi
Last recorded47,698 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Up29,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 XBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 47,698 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 43,151 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 37,738 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 32,823 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 27,506 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 27,506 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap seal deteriorated (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 20,973 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 19,299 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 16,157 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Up?

Based on 1,165,022 MOT tests across 126,770 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,276
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
126,770
On UK Roads
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AE16 XBZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Up in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 29,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Volkswagen Up typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE16 XBZ?

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What year was AE16 XBZ registered?

AE16 XBZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is AE16 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 XBZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE16 XBZ have outstanding finance?

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