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KEZ 1871

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,876 mi
Last recorded84,876 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEZ 1871
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 84,876 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2025 75,858 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 66,255 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 57,224 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 47,625 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 38,297 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 29,756 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 23,960 miles

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

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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KEZ 1871 is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KEZ 1871, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KEZ 1871?

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What year was KEZ 1871 registered?

KEZ 1871 is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is KEZ 1871 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEZ 1871 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEZ 1871 have outstanding finance?

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