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MT66 RUA

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,219 mi
Last recorded83,219 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT66 RUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 83,219 miles

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

offside front daytime running light not working

Fail 4 Feb 2026 83,018 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak leaked past coil cup (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil dampness to coil cup (5.3.2 (b))

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

offside front daytime running light not working

Pass 3 Feb 2025 59,103 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH O/S AND N/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 50,899 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 50,899 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tpms light on

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 43,488 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 43,488 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0.9mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 35,141 miles

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

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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MT66 RUA 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 62.5%.

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 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 MT66 RUA, 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 MT66 RUA registered?

MT66 RUA is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 16 November 2016.

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