Volkswagen Scirocco
From 81,868 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Sciroccos fare better: 2018 models pass at 85.8% vs 71.9% for 2008.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 2,021 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 2,021 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 1,999 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,955 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 1,839 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1,527 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1,231 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 1,142 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,105 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1,004 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 931 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 50.9% of failures are serious: 37.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 13.5% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £101.
Volkswagen Scirocco on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 1,079 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 2 newly registered, a net loss of 1,077. At this rate, roughly 44 years until none remain. Now at 89.2% of its peak (53,101 in 2018 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 43,026 | 4,314 | +0 | -349 | -349 |
| 2025 Q2 | 43,406 | 4,283 | +1 | -330 | -329 |
| 2025 Q1 | 43,705 | 4,313 | +0 | -178 | -178 |
| 2024 Q4 | 44,058 | 4,138 | +1 | -222 | -221 |
| 2024 Q3 | 44,562 | 3,855 | +3 | -255 | -252 |
| 2024 Q2 | 44,963 | 3,706 | +0 | -104 | -104 |
| 2024 Q1 | 45,072 | 3,701 | +1 | -402 | -401 |
| 2023 Q4 | 45,557 | 3,617 | +1 | -139 | -138 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scirocco Gt Bluemotn Tech Tdi | Diesel | 6,677 | 18% |
| Scirocco Tsi | Petrol | 3,780 | 10% |
| Scirocco Gt | Diesel | 3,573 | 9% |
| Scirocco Gt Bluemotn Tech Tsi | Petrol | 3,353 | 9% |
| Scirocco R Line Blue Tech Tdi | Diesel | 2,640 | 7% |
| Scirocco Gt Tdi | Petrol | 2,618 | 7% |
| Scirocco Gt Tdi 170 S-A | Diesel | 1,782 | 5% |
| Scirocco Gt S-A | Petrol | 1,724 | 5% |
| Scirocco Bluemotion Tech Tsi | Petrol | 1,556 | 4% |
| Scirocco Bluemotion Tech Tdi | Diesel | 1,512 | 4% |
| Scirocco Gt Bluem Tech Tdi S-A | Diesel | 1,427 | 4% |
| Scirocco R Line Bmt Tdi Sa | Diesel | 1,276 | 3% |
| Scirocco Gt Tdi 170 | Diesel | 1,178 | 3% |
| Scirocco Bluemotn Tech Tdi S-A | Diesel | 875 | 2% |
| Scirocco R Tsi S-A | Petrol | 768 | 2% |
| Scirocco Tdi | Diesel | 649 | 2% |
| Scirocco Gt Bluem Tech Tsi Sa | Diesel | 645 | 2% |
| Scirocco Tsi S-A | Petrol | 585 | 2% |
| Scirocco Gt Tdi S-A | Diesel | 565 | 1% |
| Scirocco R Tsi | Petrol | 538 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 85.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 85.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 84.6% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 83.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
14 earlier years
| 2014 | 77.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2013 | 78% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2012 | 77.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 73.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2010 | 72.2% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2009 | 73.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2008 | 71.9% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 1992 | 75.8% | emissions levels exceed default limits, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated |
| 1991 | 78.3% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. |
| 1990 | 71.5% | brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 1989 | 73% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1988 | 68.5% | emissions levels exceed default limits, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. |
| 1987 | 80.1% | exhaust system leaking or insecure, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 1986 | 73.6% | emissions levels exceed default limits, a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sciroccos tested had between 91,576 and 155,276 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 119,322 median miles, the Scirocco has 0.019 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Volkswagen models
| Volkswagen Golf | 79.1% |
| Volkswagen Polo | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Transporter | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 84.6% |
| Volkswagen Passat | 76.9% |
Common questions
What is the Volkswagen Scirocco MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Scirocco has a 77.8% MOT pass rate based on 81,868 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Scirocco?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Scirocco is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 2,021 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many Volkswagen Sciroccos are on UK roads?
There are 43,026 Volkswagen Sciroccos currently licensed on UK roads, with 4,314 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Scirocco at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Scirocco is 119,322 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 91,576 and 155,276 miles.
Buying a used Scirocco?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 77.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £101 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.