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AU16 PZX

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

133,151 mi
Last recorded133,151 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 PZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 133,151 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 112,244 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Fail 18 Jul 2024 112,243 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 18 Jul 2023 96,710 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 79,133 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 79,132 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 53,343 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 53,342 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 32,991 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 32,961 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 30,628 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front 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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AU16 PZX is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 AU16 PZX, 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.

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What year was AU16 PZX registered?

AU16 PZX is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 8 March 2016.

Is AU16 PZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 PZX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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