2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0L Diesel · PJ11 KCA
2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 76,032 miles. MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,032 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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PJ11 KCA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 76,032 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PJ11 KCA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (PJ11 KCA) between December 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer shoulder 235 40 18”; “Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (FORWARD BUSH) (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))”.
PJ11 KCA Mileage History
- 04/12/202353,546 mi
- 06/01/202566,335 mi+12,789 mi
- 07/01/202566,364 mi+29 mi
- 07/01/202566,364 mi
- 17/03/202676,032 mi+9,668 mi
Average of roughly 9,851 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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