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BV61 XZE

2011 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,887 mi
Last recorded91,887 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco75,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 XZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 91,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose retaining clip missing / hose partially insecure

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

Fail 7 May 2025 91,582 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose retaining clip missing / hose partially insecure

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

Pass 4 May 2024 82,575 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2023 77,696 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 74,736 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 72,370 miles
Fail 8 May 2021 72,370 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 70,514 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 70,514 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2018 67,222 miles

Exhaust emissions too low to activate smoke test

Pass 20 May 2017 60,512 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 51,982 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 42,209 miles

rear tyres stepped

Pass 18 Jul 2014 31,553 miles

rear tyres stepped

Fail 16 Jul 2014 31,553 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

rear tyres stepped

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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BV61 XZE is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 BV61 XZE, 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 BV61 XZE registered?

BV61 XZE is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is BV61 XZE safe to buy?

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