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M19 GNV

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

59,732 mi
Last recorded59,732 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM19 GNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 59,732 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2026 59,732 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible obscured by insecure lamp holder (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2354518 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2024 55,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 55,747 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 42,870 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 42,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 33,431 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Rear tyres and o/s/f tyres cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 33,224 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))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Rear tyres and o/s/f tyres cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 24,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine cover fitted/ under trays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2020 21,312 miles

Vehicle body work damaged NSF. No loose parts or sharp edges

Pass 9 Sep 2019 18,447 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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M19 GNV is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 M19 GNV, 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 M19 GNV registered?

M19 GNV is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 December 2016.

Is M19 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M19 GNV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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