2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.6L Petrol · T88 CAJ
2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (1.6L, petrol). First registered 18 Feb 2009. Recorded mileage 155,825 miles. MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO
- Year / Origin
- 2009
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,825 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T88 CAJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/11/2024
- 155,825 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
T88 CAJ 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 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (T88 CAJ) between November 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 November 2024 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: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”.
T88 CAJ Mileage History
- 01/11/2022141,687 mi
- 09/11/2023148,110 mi+6,423 mi
- 08/11/2024155,561 mi+7,451 mi
- 30/11/2024155,825 mi+264 mi
- 30/11/2024155,825 mi
Average of roughly 6,794 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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