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BA55 SLE

2013 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,446 mi
Last recorded120,446 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco66,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA55 SLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 120,446 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2026 120,446 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2025 109,306 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 107,782 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 99,539 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 92,881 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 92,880 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 78,358 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 71,064 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs scored on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 71,064 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted during test (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs scored on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 71,037 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

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))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2018 66,398 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 53,791 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 43,828 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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BA55 SLE is a 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 66,266 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 Scirocco fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BA55 SLE, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BA55 SLE registered?

BA55 SLE is a 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 November 2013.

Is BA55 SLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA55 SLE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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