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AK16 XYJ

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,979 mi
Last recorded60,979 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 XYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Dec 2025 60,979 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 59,906 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 54,793 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 49,180 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 42,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021 37,450 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 32,382 miles

Rear Slight cracks to both rear tyres /perished

Pass 15 May 2019 24,941 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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AK16 XYJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol 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 AK16 XYJ, 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 AK16 XYJ registered?

AK16 XYJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is AK16 XYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK16 XYJ 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.

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