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DK16 SXL

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,526 mi
Last recorded91,526 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK16 SXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 91,526 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 79,772 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 70,997 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 70,687 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 60,815 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Mar 2022 48,572 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 36,464 miles

unable to obtain reading on smoke emissions test engine smoke test passed

Pass 20 Mar 2020 25,699 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces. Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Rear Inner Brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Fail 19 Mar 2020 25,688 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces. Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Rear Inner Brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Pass 15 Mar 2019 18,187 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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DK16 SXL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DK16 SXL, 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 DK16 SXL registered?

DK16 SXL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is DK16 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK16 SXL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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