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GX16 VNV

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,802 mi
Last recorded92,802 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 VNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 92,802 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2026 92,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 84,080 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 75,069 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 67,338 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 62,489 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 55,485 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 45,198 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 38,255 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 38,255 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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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GX16 VNV is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GX16 VNV, 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 GX16 VNV registered?

GX16 VNV is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is GX16 VNV safe to buy?

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Does GX16 VNV have outstanding finance?

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