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LA16 WHB

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,173 mi
Last recorded51,173 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA16 WHB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 51,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth/weakened inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2024 45,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing more inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 38,962 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 33,486 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 28,330 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 28,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/55 R17 94V (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 22,513 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2020 22,513 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 18,545 miles

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

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

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

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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LA16 WHB is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey 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 LA16 WHB, 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 LA16 WHB registered?

LA16 WHB is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 2016.

Is LA16 WHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA16 WHB 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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