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VE66 BXN

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,811 mi
Last recorded72,811 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE66 BXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2026 72,811 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 67,683 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 63,171 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 57,547 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 54,133 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 47,566 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 40,288 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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VE66 BXN is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE66 BXN, 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 VE66 BXN?

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What year was VE66 BXN registered?

VE66 BXN is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 November 2016.

Is VE66 BXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE66 BXN shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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