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NX66 YNO

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,599 mi
Last recorded87,599 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX66 YNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 87,599 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3 LEDS inop (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 73,753 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 59,449 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 45,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 34,739 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 32,216 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 32,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 26,497 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))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 20,509 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 20,509 miles

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

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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NX66 YNO is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NX66 YNO, 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 NX66 YNO registered?

NX66 YNO is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2016.

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