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FJ17 VMG

2017 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,313 mi
Last recorded77,313 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco40,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ17 VMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 77,313 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 74,496 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 65,030 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 53,313 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 42,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 34,262 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 27,239 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 27,171 miles

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

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 VMG is a 2017 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,984cc 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 FJ17 VMG, 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 FJ17 VMG registered?

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

Is FJ17 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ17 VMG 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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