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BX17 WSU

2017 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

56,184 mi
Last recorded56,184 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco40,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX17 WSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 56,184 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 54,447 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 51,323 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2024 51,323 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 47,990 miles

emissions to clean to register.

Pass 19 Jan 2022 41,111 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 41,111 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 30,056 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 30,056 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 19,231 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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BX17 WSU is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 40,305 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 BX17 WSU, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BX17 WSU registered?

BX17 WSU is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is BX17 WSU safe to buy?

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