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AP52 LJP

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

83,125 mi
Last recorded83,125 miles
Recorded on14 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 LJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2026 83,125 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2026 57,082 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 75,304 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 50,636 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2025 50,636 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 65,880 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 48,049 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 53,538 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 45,808 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 45,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jul 2022 44,354 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 43,010 miles

Nearside rear brake disc rusty

Fail 10 Jan 2022 43,009 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear brake disc rusty

Pass 26 Nov 2021 39,223 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 39,583 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 29,875 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 35,910 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 22,826 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 22,776 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 25,713 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 24,411 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 19,407 miles

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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AP52 LJP is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AP52 LJP, 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 AP52 LJP registered?

AP52 LJP is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 September 2016.

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