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WJ16 LLU

2016 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

38,074 mi
Last recorded38,074 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Unknown36,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ16 LLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 38,074 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 36,553 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 36,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components rubbing on fuel filler hose (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 34,723 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 34,569 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Fail 20 Nov 2023 34,569 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Jul 2023 34,536 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2022 33,575 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 33,573 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 30,753 miles

Front and Rear Bumper Slightly Damaged.

Pass 16 Jul 2020 28,170 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 28,170 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 23,038 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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WJ16 LLU is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 36,976 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ16 LLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WJ16 LLU registered?

WJ16 LLU is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 4 May 2016.

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