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C26 CDS

2017 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,462 mi
Last recorded103,462 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco40,305 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 CDS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 103,462 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 99,392 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 99,392 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 80,680 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 56,605 miles

tpms light illuminated indicating low tyre pressure

Nearside Front brake hose retaining clip detached from hub

Fail 8 Nov 2022 56,605 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

tpms light illuminated indicating low tyre pressure

Nearside Front brake hose retaining clip detached from hub

Nearside Front top shock absorber mounting loose and likely to become detached

Pass 5 Nov 2021 36,495 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 36,495 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction various patches of glue on screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread distorted 235/40W18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall cut but not reaching cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 21,598 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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C26 CDS is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C26 CDS, 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 C26 CDS registered?

C26 CDS is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 26 September 2017.

Is C26 CDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 CDS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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