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WU16 NFV

2016 Volkswagen Unknown

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,508 mi
Last recorded13,508 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Unknown36,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU16 NFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2016
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 13,508 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 10,555 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Window Insecure

Pass 8 Feb 2024 9,723 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Feb 2023 8,704 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both & N/S Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 21 Feb 2023 8,704 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/45R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Outer Side Walls on All Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Feb 2022 7,813 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 7,813 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 6,871 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 5,277 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 4,495 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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WU16 NFV is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU16 NFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU16 NFV?

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What year was WU16 NFV registered?

WU16 NFV is a 2016 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is WU16 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU16 NFV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU16 NFV have outstanding finance?

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