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DN52 DYL

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

168,763 mi
Last recorded168,763 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 DYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 168,763 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2026 168,763 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 92,334 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 78,751 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 68,991 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 68,990 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 68,330 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 57,042 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 57,038 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 41,369 miles

Rear tyres stepping

Pass 15 Aug 2020 31,510 miles

Rear both tyres stepping on inner edges attention required 235/40/18

Pass 10 Aug 2019 22,612 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 22,612 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements fixing bolts were changing the letters. (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements fixing bolts were changing the letters. (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water in washers at all. (3.5 (a))

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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DN52 DYL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DN52 DYL, 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 DN52 DYL registered?

DN52 DYL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 22 August 2016.

Is DN52 DYL safe to buy?

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