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GD16 ZWG

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,657 mi
Last recorded94,657 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD16 ZWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 94,657 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 85,172 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 62,246 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 51,805 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 40,268 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 28,450 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 26,234 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2019 19,016 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 19,016 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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GD16 ZWG is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta 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 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 GD16 ZWG, 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.

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What year was GD16 ZWG registered?

GD16 ZWG is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 15 June 2016.

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