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AK16 RJO

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,743 mi
Last recorded65,743 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 RJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 65,743 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 63,616 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 55,721 miles

Coolant level low

Service light on

Fail 22 May 2024 55,719 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn On inside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn On inside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Coolant level low

Service light on

Pass 23 May 2023 53,930 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2022 51,752 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 49,466 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 45,890 miles

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

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

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 2 May 2019 28,882 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers under trays fitted

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Scirocco?

Based on 742,525 MOT tests across 61,496 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
6,743
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
61,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,785
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,672
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AK16 RJO is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 46,383 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Scirocco fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK16 RJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Scirocco typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK16 RJO registered?

AK16 RJO is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is AK16 RJO safe to buy?

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