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FJ17 VKL

2017 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,157 mi
Last recorded59,157 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco40,305 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ17 VKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 59,157 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 53,149 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 53,144 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 53,081 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 53,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer tyre wall damaged showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 49,381 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 39,393 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 31,253 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

T P M S light on

Pass 9 Mar 2020 23,772 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 23,772 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front x 2 (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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FJ17 VKL is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FJ17 VKL, 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 FJ17 VKL registered?

FJ17 VKL is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is FJ17 VKL safe to buy?

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