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GU16 BXF

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,186 mi
Last recorded94,186 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 BXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 94,186 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 81,049 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2024 80,525 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 67,957 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 53,699 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 53,294 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 34,932 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 29,045 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2019 29,045 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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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GU16 BXF 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 66.7%.

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 GU16 BXF, 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

How do I check the history of GU16 BXF?

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What year was GU16 BXF registered?

GU16 BXF is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 March 2016.

Is GU16 BXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU16 BXF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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