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DG66 PYU

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,894 mi
Last recorded85,894 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG66 PYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 85,894 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing change asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 71,705 miles

N/S/R tyre cracked/perishing

Pass 8 Aug 2024 59,850 miles

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

N/S/R tyre perished and has a nail in it

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 59,848 miles

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

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

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

N/S/R tyre perished and has a nail in it

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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 1 Aug 2023 49,513 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 40,160 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 7 Sep 2021 32,707 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,095 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 18,005 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 PYU is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PYU, 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 DG66 PYU registered?

DG66 PYU is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 October 2016.

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The MOT history for DG66 PYU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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