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MT16 DYM

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,882 mi
Last recorded73,882 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT16 DYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 73,882 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS 5mm, increased wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear fog light temperamental

Pass 27 Feb 2025 68,322 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 68,319 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 62,646 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 57,001 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 51,013 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 45,025 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 41,353 miles

both rear tyres showing cracks in tread

Pass 25 Apr 2019 33,193 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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MT16 DYM is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue 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 MT16 DYM, 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 MT16 DYM registered?

MT16 DYM is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 April 2016.

Is MT16 DYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT16 DYM 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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