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BW16 VZD

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,611 mi
Last recorded69,611 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 VZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2026 69,611 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 63,872 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 59,734 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 55,037 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 50,255 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 37,909 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 30,896 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 30,889 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 25,401 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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BW16 VZD 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 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 BW16 VZD, 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 BW16 VZD registered?

BW16 VZD is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 June 2016.

Is BW16 VZD safe to buy?

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