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YY16 LEJ

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,416 mi
Last recorded42,416 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco46,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY16 LEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 42,416 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 37,157 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 32,778 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 29,146 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 25,982 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 20,687 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 17,429 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 11,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking slightly in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking slightly in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 28 Mar 2019 11,804 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking slightly in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking slightly in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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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YY16 LEJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue 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 YY16 LEJ, 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 YY16 LEJ registered?

YY16 LEJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is YY16 LEJ safe to buy?

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