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HW65 HYU

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,603 mi
Last recorded58,603 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW65 HYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 58,603 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 58,599 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 52,769 miles

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 4 Jan 2024 46,658 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 40,485 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 34,901 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 29,946 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 26,045 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears heavily perished / advise replacement / 225/45/R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear tyres out of shape on inner edges / wearing unevenly / advise replacement

Pass 23 Jan 2019 18,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge / starting to perish in tread / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge / starting to perish in tread / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges / wearing unevenly / staring to perish in tread

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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HW65 HYU is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Black 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 HW65 HYU, 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 HW65 HYU registered?

HW65 HYU is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 9 February 2016.

Is HW65 HYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW65 HYU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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