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DE16 MDX

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,031 mi
Last recorded88,031 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 88,031 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 88,030 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 76,993 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 69,478 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 62,191 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 58,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn and stepping on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn and stepping on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 48,721 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 39,291 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 32,667 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 23,989 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Apr 2019 23,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 MDX is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 DE16 MDX, 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.

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What year was DE16 MDX registered?

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

Is DE16 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE16 MDX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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