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AP65 OBS

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,159 mi
Last recorded36,159 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP65 OBS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 36,159 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 30,478 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 24,561 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 21,168 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 21,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 17,886 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 15,846 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 14,063 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 10,615 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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AP65 OBS is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AP65 OBS, 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 AP65 OBS registered?

AP65 OBS is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 January 2016.

Is AP65 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP65 OBS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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