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VE16 GWP

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,071 mi
Last recorded70,071 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE16 GWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 70,071 miles

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

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

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))

Fail 16 May 2026 70,071 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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))

Pass 21 May 2025 66,031 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 54,486 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 51,419 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 40,323 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 31,852 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 20,692 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 20,692 miles

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

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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VE16 GWP is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VE16 GWP, 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 VE16 GWP registered?

VE16 GWP is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is VE16 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE16 GWP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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