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DF16 ETJ

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,042 mi
Last recorded33,042 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 ETJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 33,042 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 31,253 miles

Front brake discs are corroded on inner fascia

Fail 10 Sep 2024 31,253 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front brake discs are corroded on inner fascia

Pass 18 Sep 2023 28,265 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 26,069 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 22,110 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 17,993 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 11,997 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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DF16 ETJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,984cc 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 DF16 ETJ, 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

How do I check the history of DF16 ETJ?

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What year was DF16 ETJ registered?

DF16 ETJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 July 2016.

Is DF16 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 ETJ 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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