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DG16 RVT

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,307 mi
Last recorded84,307 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG16 RVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 84,307 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Rear lamp cracked

Pass 7 Mar 2025 71,036 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 59,701 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 47,966 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 40,037 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 29,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 25,814 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 19,040 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))

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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DG16 RVT is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG16 RVT, 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

How do I check the history of DG16 RVT?

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What year was DG16 RVT registered?

DG16 RVT is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 March 2016.

Is DG16 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG16 RVT shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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