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KW16 YSJ

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,991 mi
Last recorded47,991 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW16 YSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 47,991 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 41,824 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 41,824 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 38,067 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 34,127 miles

both rear tyres cracking slightly and getting low inner edges

rear pads getting low

Pass 11 Dec 2021 29,768 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 26,676 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 19,396 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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KW16 YSJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol 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 KW16 YSJ, 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 KW16 YSJ registered?

KW16 YSJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 17 June 2016.

Is KW16 YSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW16 YSJ 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.

Does KW16 YSJ have outstanding finance?

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