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MM16 AEC

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,125 mi
Last recorded87,125 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM16 AEC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 87,125 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2025 85,145 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 81,952 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 77,748 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 74,126 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Nov 2021 70,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Worn on the inside edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush worn and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2021 70,279 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre Worn on the inside edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush worn and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 65,278 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 90% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 50,336 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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MM16 AEC is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MM16 AEC, 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 MM16 AEC registered?

MM16 AEC is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 May 2016.

Is MM16 AEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM16 AEC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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