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CA65 VHK

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,694 mi
Last recorded34,694 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA65 VHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 34,694 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2024 32,405 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 30,760 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 30,760 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 28,351 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 23,853 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 23,853 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 20,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut/damage in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 17,279 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw in tyre ()

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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CA65 VHK is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CA65 VHK, 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 CA65 VHK registered?

CA65 VHK is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 January 2016.

Is CA65 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA65 VHK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA65 VHK have outstanding finance?

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