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DE16 LYR

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,007 mi
Last recorded65,007 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE16 LYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 65,007 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 64,001 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 62,646 miles

Front shocks corroded

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear axle, springs, shocks and other suspension components corroded

TPMS lit

Fail 23 May 2024 62,646 miles

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

Front shocks corroded

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear axle, springs, shocks and other suspension components corroded

TPMS lit

Pass 26 Apr 2023 58,641 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 46,749 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 39,842 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 27,777 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 22,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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DE16 LYR is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 46,383 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 DE16 LYR, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE16 LYR registered?

DE16 LYR is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 12 April 2016.

Is DE16 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE16 LYR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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