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GM16 YZT

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,135 mi
Last recorded89,135 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 YZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 89,135 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 73,910 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 71,230 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 12 Oct 2022 61,267 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

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

TPMS lamp illuminated on dash.

both front, and n/s/r tyres are close to wear indicators.

Pass 23 Oct 2021 53,978 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 53,977 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2020 41,636 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 36,110 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 36,110 miles

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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GM16 YZT is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 GM16 YZT, 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 YZT registered?

GM16 YZT is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 13 July 2016.

Is GM16 YZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM16 YZT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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