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PJ16 XSR

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,926 mi
Last recorded65,926 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ16 XSR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 65,926 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 58,945 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both - Cracked/Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slightly holed & weeping grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 52,664 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 44,920 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 44,920 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 37,337 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 30,648 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2020 21,519 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 10,984 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 10,836 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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PJ16 XSR is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PJ16 XSR, 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 PJ16 XSR registered?

PJ16 XSR is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 18 May 2016.

Is PJ16 XSR safe to buy?

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