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LJ16 BZH

2016 Volkswagen Unknown

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

542,335 mi
Last recorded542,335 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Unknown36,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ16 BZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 542,335 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 509,613 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 508,730 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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 19 Jun 2023 468,267 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 418,207 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 349,297 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 253,346 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 199,996 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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LJ16 BZH is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 36,976 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ16 BZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ16 BZH registered?

LJ16 BZH is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 29 June 2016.

Is LJ16 BZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ16 BZH 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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