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A16 GTX

1987 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

126,565 mi
Last recorded126,565 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco110,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 GTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 126,565 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 126,554 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 125,993 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 124,992 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 124,431 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 124,338 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Feb 2019 122,584 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 121,052 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 119,371 miles

Engine Sump Slight Corrosion

Front Outer Both Constant Velocity Boots Deteriorated

Metal Fuel Pipe Front - Rear Corroded

Offside Front Shock Absorber Has Light Misting Of Oil

Oil Leak

Pass 27 Feb 2016 118,128 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 116,660 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 115,093 miles

fuel pipes coroded

Fail 2 Mar 2013 113,477 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 113,477 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 111,625 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 107,916 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 105,699 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 103,243 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 103,243 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 99,935 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 95,681 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 95,666 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 90,532 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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A16 GTX is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 110,105 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 A16 GTX, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A16 GTX?

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What year was A16 GTX registered?

A16 GTX is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is A16 GTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 GTX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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