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DF16 EFL

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,163 mi
Last recorded91,163 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 EFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 91,163 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 78,800 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 71,023 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2023 71,023 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 68,598 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 64,148 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 60,701 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 58,459 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 49,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inside edge (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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DF16 EFL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol 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 DF16 EFL, 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 DF16 EFL registered?

DF16 EFL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 21 May 2016.

Is DF16 EFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 EFL 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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