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VX16 XKL

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,124 mi
Last recorded22,124 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX16 XKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 22,124 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 20,687 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 20,007 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 19,036 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 18,144 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 17,230 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 16,527 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 15,435 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 13,722 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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VX16 XKL is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 VX16 XKL, 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 VX16 XKL registered?

VX16 XKL is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is VX16 XKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX16 XKL shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX16 XKL have outstanding finance?

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