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DF16 GZH

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,286 mi
Last recorded82,286 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 GZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 82,286 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 14 Mar 2025 67,745 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 53,331 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 53,329 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 35,401 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 26,881 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 16,531 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four perished, meet pass criteria but advise replacing ASAP. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 13,584 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 12,526 miles

nearside headlight lens damaged

nearside rear seat belt not fully tested

Fail 3 Apr 2019 12,525 miles

Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

nearside headlight lens damaged

nearside rear seat belt not fully tested

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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DF16 GZH is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 49,311 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF16 GZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF16 GZH registered?

DF16 GZH is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 May 2016.

Is DF16 GZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 GZH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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