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VE16 GXF

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,212 mi
Last recorded118,212 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE16 GXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 118,212 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 106,372 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 95,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 86,520 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 86,520 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick O/S and N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 68,027 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre stepped

Pass 3 Dec 2020 56,807 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

fuel flap sticking

Fail 3 Dec 2020 56,807 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

fuel flap sticking

Pass 4 Jun 2019 35,458 miles

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 GXF is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black 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 GXF, 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 GXF registered?

VE16 GXF is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 25 May 2016.

Is VE16 GXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE16 GXF 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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