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BJ13 ZXC

2013 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

166,147 mi
Last recorded166,147 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco66,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ13 ZXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 166,147 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 144,156 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2025 144,156 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 123,904 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 123,886 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2023 116,242 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 11 May 2023 116,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped+n/s/r tyre nail (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 103,814 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear stepping (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2021 92,041 miles

service schedule on

Fail 11 May 2021 92,041 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

service schedule on

Pass 15 May 2020 83,921 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges very worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2019 71,857 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 60,887 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 59,936 miles

low smoke emissions, no print out

Pass 17 Mar 2017 54,300 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 41,785 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 41,785 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

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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BJ13 ZXC is a 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BJ13 ZXC, 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 BJ13 ZXC registered?

BJ13 ZXC is a 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 22 May 2013.

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