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DP66 JRU

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,110 mi
Last recorded77,110 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP66 JRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 77,110 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 71,353 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 65,430 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 58,340 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 49,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut on sidewall which appears to be glued shut, 235/40/R18

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm tread, 235/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread, 235/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread, 235/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2021 49,125 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut on sidewall which appears to be glued shut, 235/40/R18

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm tread, 235/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread, 235/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread, 235/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 39,093 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 28 Sep 2020 39,091 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2019 38,361 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

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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DP66 JRU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DP66 JRU, 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 DP66 JRU registered?

DP66 JRU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 21 December 2016.

Is DP66 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP66 JRU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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