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LJ16 NME

2016 Volkswagen Unknown

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,341 mi
Last recorded17,341 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Unknown36,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 17,341 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 17,341 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 16,403 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 16,403 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 11,984 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 11,984 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 8,052 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 7,128 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 3,626 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 2,709 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 1,982 miles

Engine & Gear box - Under tray fitted

Front Head lamps - Mask Covers fitted O/S & N/S

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 NME is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NME, 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 NME registered?

LJ16 NME is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 August 2016.

Is LJ16 NME safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ16 NME shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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