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BG55 BYE

2011 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

167,673 mi
Last recorded167,673 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco75,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 BYE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 167,673 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 159,517 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 159,508 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed cat has been removed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust system has leaks (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake caliper partially siezed

Offside Rear brake caliper partially siezed

Pass 27 Jul 2022 149,546 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 137,087 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 125,471 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 116,521 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 105,246 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 97,733 miles

Both rear tyres worn slightly out of shape on the inner edges

Fail 1 Aug 2017 97,733 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both rear tyres worn slightly out of shape on the inner edges

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front on the limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 81,315 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 81,315 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 50,343 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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BG55 BYE is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 75,740 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 BG55 BYE, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BG55 BYE registered?

BG55 BYE is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is BG55 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 BYE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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