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BJ66 MFV

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,807 mi
Last recorded43,807 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ66 MFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 43,807 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 40,198 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 36,969 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 36,969 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 34,180 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 34,180 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2022 29,526 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 29,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure large tears all around outer shoulder/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking /spliting outer shoulder/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 24,895 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 24,870 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 21,914 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 19,842 miles

Under body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components

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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BJ66 MFV is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ66 MFV, 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 BJ66 MFV registered?

BJ66 MFV is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 September 2016.

Is BJ66 MFV safe to buy?

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