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DG61 XGW

2011 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

145,733 mi
Last recorded145,733 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco75,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 XGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 145,733 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 144,125 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 141,410 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged STEPPING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged STEPPING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 132,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre inner edge slightly misshaped

Offside Rear Tyre inner edge slightly misshaped

Fail 23 Jun 2023 132,828 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre inner edge slightly misshaped

Offside Rear Tyre inner edge slightly misshaped

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 122,283 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 122,283 miles

Sound deadening material insecure bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 120,310 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 120,310 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 119,189 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 111,785 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 103,925 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 94,121 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 86,562 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 72,212 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 58,863 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 58,863 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DG61 XGW is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 75,740 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 DG61 XGW, 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 15 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 DG61 XGW registered?

DG61 XGW is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 27 September 2011.

Is DG61 XGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG61 XGW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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