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SR16 JKU

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,085 mi
Last recorded108,085 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR16 JKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 108,085 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 97,142 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 85,478 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))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 85,478 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 75,631 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH REAR BRAKES SLIGHTLY BINDING (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 66,173 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE A SLIGHT MISTING OF OIL (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 58,352 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 58,352 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 55,593 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 45,501 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 30,790 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2019 30,790 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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SR16 JKU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SR16 JKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SR16 JKU registered?

SR16 JKU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 28 April 2016.

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