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GIL 1828

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,805 mi
Last recorded59,805 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 1828
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 59,805 miles

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 12 Jun 2024 57,089 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 57,089 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 54,046 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2022 50,437 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jul 2021 46,416 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2020 42,872 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under tray fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2019 31,469 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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GIL 1828 is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GIL 1828, 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.

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What year was GIL 1828 registered?

GIL 1828 is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 May 2016.

Is GIL 1828 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 1828 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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