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A280 LEG

1983 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,729 mi
Last recorded150,729 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2009
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco95,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA280 LEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2009 150,729 miles

both o/s & n/s outter sill soft & corroding around past weld patches

o/s & n/s/r inner sills soft & corroding

Pass 19 Jan 2008 145,546 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear tyres starting to perish on side walls advise changing soon ok for mot at moment

Fail 27 Nov 2006 138,141 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear outer sills in poor condition at rear [corroded]

brake pipes that run from front to rear in poor condition [corroded]

Pass 27 Nov 2006 138,141 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear outer sills in poor condition at rear [corroded]

brake pipes that run from front to rear in poor condition [corroded]

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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A280 LEG is a 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 95,526 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 A280 LEG, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A280 LEG registered?

A280 LEG is a 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A280 LEG safe to buy?

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