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DG66 PYF

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,203 mi
Last recorded94,203 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG66 PYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 94,203 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 86,844 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 80,773 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 26 Aug 2022 68,384 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 68,167 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 54,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage in center of plat in-between the 6`s (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 43,243 miles

Front Coolant leak ()

Rear Number plate slightly damaged but not likely to be missread

Pass 12 Sep 2019 35,133 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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DG66 PYF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Red 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 DG66 PYF, 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.

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What year was DG66 PYF registered?

DG66 PYF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 2016.

Is DG66 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG66 PYF 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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