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BP16 DFC

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,299 mi
Last recorded74,299 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP16 DFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 May 2026 74,299 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 68,506 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 59,865 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2023 40,023 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 37,890 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 34,125 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 24,238 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 15,330 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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BP16 DFC is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BP16 DFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BP16 DFC registered?

BP16 DFC is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 June 2016.

Is BP16 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP16 DFC shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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