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KX16 RXW

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,856 mi
Last recorded35,856 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX16 RXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 35,856 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 33,485 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 29,868 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded slightly inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 27,642 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 24,516 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 22,329 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 22,329 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 16,704 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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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KX16 RXW is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KX16 RXW, 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

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What year was KX16 RXW registered?

KX16 RXW is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 March 2016.

Is KX16 RXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX16 RXW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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