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BU64 SAM

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,823 mi
Last recorded63,823 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU64 SAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 63,823 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 59,176 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 54,294 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 54,293 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 47,954 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 42,326 miles

body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 26 Jan 2022 42,326 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Feb 2021 35,261 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 29,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 22,851 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 22,851 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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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BU64 SAM is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BU64 SAM, 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 BU64 SAM registered?

BU64 SAM is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 January 2016.

Is BU64 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU64 SAM 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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