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MA16 NPU

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,834 mi
Last recorded67,834 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA16 NPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 67,834 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 67,832 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 60,776 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 57,966 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 50,722 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2023 50,722 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 42,582 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 35,566 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 30,334 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides starting to rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 24,032 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 18,302 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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MA16 NPU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MA16 NPU, 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 MA16 NPU registered?

MA16 NPU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 March 2016.

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