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VE16 LKZ

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,842 mi
Last recorded85,842 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE16 LKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 85,842 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 84,501 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 75,982 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 55,759 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 55,311 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2021 34,652 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 24,561 miles

Note Smoke emissions ( tested at 83c oil temp) found too low to measure. -- Default PAS issued

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Jul 2019 24,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Note Smoke emissions ( tested at 83c oil temp) found too low to measure. -- Default PAS issued

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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 LKZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VE16 LKZ, 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 LKZ registered?

VE16 LKZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is VE16 LKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE16 LKZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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