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BC16 NZT

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,073 mi
Last recorded108,073 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC16 NZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 108,073 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 90,532 miles

Central Rear exhaust clamp corroded & broken

Nearside Rear Outer damage to rear of sill

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 77,102 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill has damage

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2022 65,470 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 65,264 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 52,276 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear sill damaged

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 43,463 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 35,255 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 35,255 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread deformed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread deformed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

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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BC16 NZT is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BC16 NZT, 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 BC16 NZT registered?

BC16 NZT is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is BC16 NZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC16 NZT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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