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MER 18N

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,768 mi
Last recorded59,768 miles
Recorded on14 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMER 18N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2026 59,768 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low close to wear bars

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2025 45,127 miles

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 16 May 2024 30,774 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2024 30,773 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2023 19,306 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 12,050 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 7,970 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 7,478 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 6,990 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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MER 18N is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MER 18N, 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

How do I check the history of MER 18N?

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What year was MER 18N registered?

MER 18N is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is MER 18N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MER 18N shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MER 18N have outstanding finance?

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