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LR66 JZH

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,431 mi
Last recorded42,431 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR66 JZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 42,431 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 42,429 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2024 39,211 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2024 39,211 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 35,767 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 32,067 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 28,756 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 24,168 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 20,095 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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LR66 JZH is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,395cc 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 LR66 JZH, 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 LR66 JZH registered?

LR66 JZH is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 November 2016.

Is LR66 JZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR66 JZH 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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