2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0L Diesel · PY61 ACF
2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 141,271 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,271 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PY61 ACF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2026
- 141,271 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PY61 ACF 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 (PY61 ACF) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
PY61 ACF Mileage History
- 15/01/2022116,557 mi
- 04/01/2023122,877 mi+6,320 mi
- 12/01/2024130,199 mi+7,322 mi
- 28/01/2025135,627 mi+5,428 mi
- 22/01/2026141,271 mi+5,644 mi
Average of roughly 6,149 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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