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VX16 BYU

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,098 mi
Last recorded53,098 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX16 BYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 53,098 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to wear indicators and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 43,520 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 31,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 25,725 miles

Nearside Front 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 22,658 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 20,148 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 18,237 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 15,227 miles

Front front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 7 Mar 2019 15,227 miles

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

Front front tyres wearing on edges

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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VX16 BYU 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 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VX16 BYU, 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 VX16 BYU registered?

VX16 BYU is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is VX16 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX16 BYU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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