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DP65 XEF

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,781 mi
Last recorded68,781 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP65 XEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 68,781 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 60,821 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 50,359 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 41,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 41,985 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 38,458 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 32,426 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 26,189 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 23,826 miles

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 28 Jan 2019 16,580 miles

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

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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DP65 XEF is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol 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 DP65 XEF, 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 DP65 XEF registered?

DP65 XEF is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 28 January 2016.

Is DP65 XEF safe to buy?

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