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SO16 XTT

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

71,023 mi
Last recorded71,023 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO16 XTT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 71,023 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2026 71,021 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 63,566 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 63,565 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 56,948 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 56,773 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 49,303 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 49,274 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 44,513 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 39,158 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 31,099 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 31,099 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 26,271 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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SO16 XTT is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SO16 XTT, 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 SO16 XTT registered?

SO16 XTT is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 8 March 2016.

Is SO16 XTT safe to buy?

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