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DY65 AFZ

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,655 mi
Last recorded68,655 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY65 AFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 68,655 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 61,421 miles

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

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

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

engine / bottom covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 Mar 2025 61,420 miles

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

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

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

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

engine / bottom covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Jan 2024 51,206 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 42,958 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 33,998 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 29,651 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 25,965 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2019 20,405 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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DY65 AFZ 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 DY65 AFZ, 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 DY65 AFZ registered?

DY65 AFZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 January 2016.

Is DY65 AFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY65 AFZ 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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