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KW66 DWP

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Bronze Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,744 mi
Last recorded44,744 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW66 DWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 44,744 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside disc. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 40,866 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2024 40,866 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 36,295 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 28,735 miles

Nearside Front wing mirror slightly loose

Offside Front fog lamp lense cracked

Pass 23 Dec 2021 22,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing start cracking and worn edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing start cracking and worn edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front fog lamp lens defective

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 16,980 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 13,416 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 13,416 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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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KW66 DWP is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Bronze with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KW66 DWP, 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 KW66 DWP?

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What year was KW66 DWP registered?

KW66 DWP is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 December 2016.

Is KW66 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW66 DWP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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