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AA63 MEG

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,548 mi
Last recorded55,548 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA63 MEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 55,548 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 49,669 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 44,719 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 37,781 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 37,781 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 33,015 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 33,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45x18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45x18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 27,354 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 15,838 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 15,838 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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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AA63 MEG is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AA63 MEG, 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.

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What year was AA63 MEG registered?

AA63 MEG is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is AA63 MEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA63 MEG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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