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DA66 TFJ

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,540 mi
Last recorded30,540 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA66 TFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 30,540 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 30,540 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 27,533 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 23,309 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep cracks, cords not yet visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep cracks, cords not yet visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 18,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and split around edge of tread, cords not yet visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm and Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and split around edge of tread, cords not yet visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and split around edge of tread, cords not yet visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and split around edge of tread, cords not yet visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 14,642 miles

All 4 tyres cracked on edges

Pass 6 Oct 2020 12,460 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 10,621 miles

All 4 tyres cracked on edges

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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DA66 TFJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,395cc petrol 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 DA66 TFJ, 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 DA66 TFJ registered?

DA66 TFJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 October 2016.

Is DA66 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA66 TFJ 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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