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AV66 MWY

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,467 mi
Last recorded35,467 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV66 MWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 35,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge and cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge and cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 26,074 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 24,460 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 22,435 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 19,601 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 19,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall and Tread Channels excessively deteriorated/split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall and Tread Channels excessively deteriorated/split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 17,477 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 15,772 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 13,746 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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AV66 MWY is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 36,856 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 AV66 MWY, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV66 MWY registered?

AV66 MWY is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 October 2016.

Is AV66 MWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV66 MWY 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.

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