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NL16 HCH

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

129,715 mi
Last recorded129,715 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL16 HCH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 129,715 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2025 108,137 miles

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

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

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2024 89,775 miles

under body and engine covers fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2024 89,775 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2023 73,494 miles

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2022 55,356 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body and engine covers fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2022 55,356 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2021 39,198 miles

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2020 24,787 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Mar 2019 21,902 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 21,899 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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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NL16 HCH 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 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 NL16 HCH, 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 NL16 HCH registered?

NL16 HCH is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is NL16 HCH safe to buy?

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