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DK16 TJX

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,692 mi
Last recorded77,692 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK16 TJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 77,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40 ZR18 95W (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 74,113 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 69,663 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both wishbone rear bushes worn cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 54,588 miles

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

brake pad wear light

Fail 3 Feb 2024 54,588 miles

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

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

brake pad wear light

Pass 1 Feb 2023 46,115 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Jan 2022 39,486 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 39,486 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 32,918 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 26,674 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 18,757 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 TJX is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in White 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 DK16 TJX, 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 DK16 TJX registered?

DK16 TJX is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 16 March 2016.

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