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BJ61 OUS

2011 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,209 mi
Last recorded98,209 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco75,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 OUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 98,209 miles

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

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 98,039 miles

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

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

Nearside side mirror damage

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

windscreen damage

Pass 22 Feb 2024 87,763 miles

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

Offside Front bumper slight damaged no sharp edges

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 87,736 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged inner sidewall for tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front bumper slight damaged no sharp edges

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 74,705 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 74,241 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 69,880 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 65,780 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 65,780 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 61,203 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 56,665 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 50,167 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 50,167 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 45,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 38,464 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all items

Pass 7 Oct 2014 31,407 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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BJ61 OUS is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BJ61 OUS, 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 BJ61 OUS registered?

BJ61 OUS is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 19 October 2011.

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