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AJ16 AHF

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,379 mi
Last recorded65,379 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ16 AHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 65,379 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES AT 2MM

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND LIPPED

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE CRACKING IN TREADS

Fail 19 May 2025 65,379 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES AT 2MM

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND LIPPED

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE CRACKING IN TREADS

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

Pass 23 May 2024 60,673 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 56,796 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 48,878 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 42,102 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 35,998 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 29,781 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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AJ16 AHF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ16 AHF, 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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How do I check the history of AJ16 AHF?

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What year was AJ16 AHF registered?

AJ16 AHF is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is AJ16 AHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ16 AHF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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