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ET16 JCZ

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,346 mi
Last recorded84,346 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET16 JCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 84,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge ( 235/40/18 ) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 8 Jun 2026 84,346 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge ( 235/40/18 ) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2025 77,962 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 77,962 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 67,047 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 64,508 miles

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 64,508 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 51,330 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 39,550 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 35,709 miles

nearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage

rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 5 Jul 2019 33,602 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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ET16 JCZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ET16 JCZ, 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 ET16 JCZ registered?

ET16 JCZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is ET16 JCZ safe to buy?

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