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D2 TAT

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,131 mi
Last recorded39,131 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD2 TAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 39,131 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 38,343 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 37,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2024 37,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 36,468 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 34,993 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 33,688 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 29,856 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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D2 TAT is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D2 TAT, 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 D2 TAT registered?

D2 TAT is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 December 2016.

Is D2 TAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D2 TAT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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