2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.4L Petrol · AP16 YCU
2016 Volkswagen Beetle (1.4L, petrol). First registered 22 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 86,836 miles. MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,836 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP16 YCU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2025
- 86,836 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP16 YCU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Beetle (AP16 YCU) between June 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AP16 YCU Mileage History
- 02/06/202273,402 mi
- 14/08/202381,326 mi+7,924 mi
- 09/08/202483,698 mi+2,372 mi
- 14/08/202586,836 mi+3,138 mi
Average of roughly 4,197 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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