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LP66 KUF

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,561 mi
Last recorded45,561 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP66 KUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 45,561 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 45,561 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 42,907 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 41,144 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 38,656 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 35,589 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 35,587 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 30,736 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 24,759 miles

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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LP66 KUF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,968cc diesel 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 LP66 KUF, 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

How do I check the history of LP66 KUF?

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What year was LP66 KUF registered?

LP66 KUF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 December 2016.

Is LP66 KUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP66 KUF 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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