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WG16 GYY

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,804 mi
Last recorded61,804 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG16 GYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 61,804 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 54,440 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 46,710 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 39,369 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 32,751 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 26,129 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 23,263 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 15,780 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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WG16 GYY is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 49,311 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG16 GYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG16 GYY registered?

WG16 GYY is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 27 April 2016.

Is WG16 GYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG16 GYY shows 8 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 WG16 GYY have outstanding finance?

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