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MD16 GHV

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,760 mi
Last recorded55,760 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD16 GHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 55,760 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2026 55,757 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 51,062 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 Aug 2024 44,757 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 44,685 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 36,364 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 28,781 miles

all tyres perished/cracking

Pass 16 Aug 2021 22,943 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Aug 2020 18,741 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 16,678 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 16,678 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear number plate lamps in-op (4.7.1 (b) (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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MD16 GHV 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 72.7%.

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 MD16 GHV, 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 MD16 GHV registered?

MD16 GHV is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is MD16 GHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD16 GHV 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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