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BT16 VDO

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,679 mi
Last recorded143,679 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT16 VDO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 143,679 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 131,833 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2023 116,568 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 110,089 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 91,429 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 69,612 miles

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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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BT16 VDO is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BT16 VDO, 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 BT16 VDO registered?

BT16 VDO is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 July 2016.

Is BT16 VDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT16 VDO shows 6 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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