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SP16 HKF

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,831 mi
Last recorded69,831 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP16 HKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 69,831 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 65,730 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 65,721 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 58,528 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 47,055 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 45,215 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 40,303 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 33,899 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 29,218 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2019 21,289 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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SP16 HKF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in White 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 SP16 HKF, 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 SP16 HKF registered?

SP16 HKF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is SP16 HKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP16 HKF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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