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AM06 BEL

2016 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,991 mi
Last recorded63,991 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Beetle36,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM06 BEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 63,991 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 58,478 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 51,898 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 45,015 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 38,722 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021
Pass 22 Apr 2020
Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,393 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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AM06 BEL is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel 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 AM06 BEL, 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

How do I check the history of AM06 BEL?

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What year was AM06 BEL registered?

AM06 BEL is a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is AM06 BEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM06 BEL 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.

Does AM06 BEL have outstanding finance?

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