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FA17 DRV

2017 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,369 mi
Last recorded25,369 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco40,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA17 DRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 25,369 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 23,945 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3-4 mm approx, lower on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both streaking (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 21,272 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 18,749 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 16,102 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 13,748 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 11,824 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))

Fail 20 Jul 2020 11,824 miles

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

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))

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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FA17 DRV is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 40,305 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 FA17 DRV, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FA17 DRV registered?

FA17 DRV is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is FA17 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA17 DRV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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