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VA16 BUV

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,540 mi
Last recorded43,540 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA16 BUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 43,540 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 40,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and getting close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 40,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and getting close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 35,595 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 31,669 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 31,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 28,124 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 24,194 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 21,013 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 18,660 miles

Front Nail in tyre both

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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VA16 BUV is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VA16 BUV, 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 VA16 BUV registered?

VA16 BUV is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 4 July 2016.

Is VA16 BUV safe to buy?

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