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WF61 VXR

2011 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,763 mi
Last recorded146,763 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco75,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF61 VXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 146,763 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertray not fully secure

Pass 3 Sep 2024 134,257 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 134,257 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 129,020 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 121,821 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 121,821 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 114,019 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 105,387 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 105,387 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 84,271 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 66,836 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 66,835 miles

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

screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Dec 2017 59,961 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 50,221 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2015 40,173 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2014 29,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre Falken 235/40R18 3-4-3 mm

Nearside rear tyre Pirelli 235/40R18 6-5-3 mm

Offside front tyre Falken 235/40R18 3-4-3 mm

Offside rear tyre Pirelli 235/40R18 6-5-3 mm

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WF61 VXR is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 75,740 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 WF61 VXR, 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 15 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 WF61 VXR registered?

WF61 VXR is a 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is WF61 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF61 VXR shows 16 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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