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A23 YLL

2008 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,298 mi
Last recorded142,298 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco74,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 YLL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 142,298 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 131,343 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 120,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 120,559 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 120,078 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 111,169 miles

Offside Front Outer cv gaiter - slightly loose & seeping grease

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 105,570 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 96,885 miles

front and rear tyres close worn to legal limit

front brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2018 88,007 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 88,007 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 88,007 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 78,377 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 66,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2015 55,029 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

engine covers fitted & under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Sep 2014 42,767 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 38,481 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 33,582 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 26,621 miles

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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A23 YLL is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 74,413 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 A23 YLL, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A23 YLL registered?

A23 YLL is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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