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GN16 NBL

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

134,848 mi
Last recorded134,848 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 NBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 134,848 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 117,970 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 117,970 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 101,488 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 82,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm and on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm and on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 71,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/40/18 - tyre also has irregular wear inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/40/18 - tyre also has irregular wear inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 63,006 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear and nearside rear tyres wearing unevenly (stepped) on inner edges

Pass 27 Feb 2019 49,785 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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GN16 NBL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red 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 GN16 NBL, 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 GN16 NBL registered?

GN16 NBL is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is GN16 NBL safe to buy?

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