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MT16 FKY

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

119,888 mi
Last recorded119,888 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT16 FKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 119,888 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 105,409 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 105,409 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 91,210 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 77,554 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 61,429 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED RESTICTING ACCESS TO SOME PARTS

Pass 2 Sep 2021 47,316 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED RESTICTING ACCESS TO SOME PARTS

Pass 4 Sep 2020 36,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking 215/55R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 29,832 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 FKY is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in White 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 FKY, 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 FKY registered?

MT16 FKY is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 July 2016.

Is MT16 FKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT16 FKY 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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