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GP16 AXU

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,975 mi
Last recorded106,975 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP16 AXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 106,975 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 93,402 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 74,298 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2022 71,155 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 63,554 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly mis-shapen on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread completely worn away on inner edge, but outside measured area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre slightly mis-shapen on inner edge

tyre pressure monitoring light on

Fail 2 Jun 2021 63,554 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Mil on (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre slightly mis-shapen on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread completely worn away on inner edge, but outside measured area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre slightly mis-shapen on inner edge

tyre pressure monitoring light on indicating low pressure

Pass 1 Jun 2020 50,414 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 41,935 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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GP16 AXU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey 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 GP16 AXU, 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 GP16 AXU registered?

GP16 AXU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is GP16 AXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP16 AXU 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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