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PL16 HPX

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

148,680 mi
Last recorded148,680 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL16 HPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 148,680 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 118,607 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 17 Apr 2024 88,503 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 64,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 64,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 59,915 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 52,930 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jul 2020 47,088 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 47,082 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted wheel has had repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 36,232 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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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PL16 HPX 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 PL16 HPX, 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 PL16 HPX registered?

PL16 HPX is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is PL16 HPX safe to buy?

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