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HN12 LUN

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,036 mi
Last recorded61,036 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 LUN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 61,036 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2026 61,036 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 25 Aug 2025 56,585 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system msg on dash

front windscreen wipers smearing

Fail 23 Aug 2025 56,585 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault on dash lamp on (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction on dash lamp on (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault on dash lamp on (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system msg on dash

front windscreen wipers smearing

Pass 21 Aug 2024 52,241 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 52,241 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 45,322 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 40,582 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 40,582 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2021 34,422 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 30,649 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 25,161 miles

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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HN12 LUN is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 HN12 LUN, 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.

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What year was HN12 LUN registered?

HN12 LUN is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is HN12 LUN safe to buy?

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