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PX16 TNL

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,110 mi
Last recorded51,110 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX16 TNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 51,110 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2026 51,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/60R16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 48,753 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 46,363 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 42,374 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 42,356 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 38,314 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 34,225 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 30,888 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 27,916 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 25,671 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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PX16 TNL is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PX16 TNL, 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 PX16 TNL registered?

PX16 TNL is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is PX16 TNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX16 TNL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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