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GM16 DYJ

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,238 mi
Last recorded78,238 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 DYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 78,238 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2026 78,238 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 75,608 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 71,911 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 68,095 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 62,474 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 52,864 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 44,395 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 32,972 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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GM16 DYJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GM16 DYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GM16 DYJ registered?

GM16 DYJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 18 June 2016.

Is GM16 DYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM16 DYJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GM16 DYJ have outstanding finance?

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