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GK16 FVS

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,434 mi
Last recorded124,434 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK16 FVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 124,434 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 124,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 115,892 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH ALSO MISSHAPEN (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 115,892 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH ALSO MISSHAPEN (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 108,924 miles

Nearside Rear tyre misshapen

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

Fail 27 Feb 2024 108,924 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre misshapen

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 102,500 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 96,560 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 92,047 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 86,463 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 67,804 miles

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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GK16 FVS is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK16 FVS, 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

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What year was GK16 FVS registered?

GK16 FVS is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is GK16 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK16 FVS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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