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MJ66 RUH

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Purple Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,126 mi
Last recorded93,126 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ66 RUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 93,126 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2026 93,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 85,659 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 85,659 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 77,978 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 72,178 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 72,177 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 64,097 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 57,036 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 49,549 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 44,202 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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MJ66 RUH is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Purple with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MJ66 RUH, 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 MJ66 RUH registered?

MJ66 RUH is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 8 November 2016.

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