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PG16 LKV

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,959 mi
Last recorded25,959 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG16 LKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 25,959 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 23,649 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 23,393 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 22,266 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 17,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cracked in treads (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cracked in treads (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 14,235 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 14,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 12,191 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Wiper blades judder across windscreen.

Pass 13 Aug 2019 10,636 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 10,636 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

2 screws in n/s/r tyre

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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PG16 LKV is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PG16 LKV, 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

How do I check the history of PG16 LKV?

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What year was PG16 LKV registered?

PG16 LKV is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 August 2016.

Is PG16 LKV safe to buy?

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