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LN66 CKJ

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,410 mi
Last recorded93,410 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN66 CKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 93,410 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 81,180 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 68,766 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 68,766 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 55,733 miles

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 2 Aug 2023 55,733 miles

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

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 2 Aug 2022 44,587 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 44,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 37,327 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 33,397 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 33,397 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 29,893 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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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LN66 CKJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LN66 CKJ, 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.

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What year was LN66 CKJ registered?

LN66 CKJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 2016.

Is LN66 CKJ safe to buy?

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