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GX16 VNT

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,837 mi
Last recorded87,837 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 VNT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 87,837 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 83,702 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 79,630 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 79,625 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 72,818 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 67,127 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 51,344 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))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 43,147 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2020 43,147 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 32,241 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 32,241 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge bald (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 21,243 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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GX16 VNT is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX16 VNT, 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 GX16 VNT registered?

GX16 VNT is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is GX16 VNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 VNT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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