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FG17 GDX

2017 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,316 mi
Last recorded87,316 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco40,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG17 GDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 87,316 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2026 87,315 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 67,348 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged worn and marks no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged both sides stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 52,356 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 49,571 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 46,345 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 46,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 40,288 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Running out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Running out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 30,787 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 24,375 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2020 24,375 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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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FG17 GDX is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FG17 GDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG17 GDX registered?

FG17 GDX is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 March 2017.

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