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A909 YRX

1983 Volkswagen Scirocco

Beige Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

98,431 mi
Last recorded98,431 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco95,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA909 YRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 98,431 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 98,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front fog light n/w

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

reversing lights n/w

Fail 10 Dec 2018 98,403 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working arm only goes 1/2 way across screen (3.4 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front fog light n/w

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

reversing lights n/w

Pass 1 Dec 2017 98,401 miles

Offside Rear tyre slight distortion emerging

front brake discs corroded/very rusty

interior mirror missing/broken

slight roughness felt in both front wheels when spinning(discs very rusty)

surface corrosion emerging on underside

Fail 23 Nov 2017 98,397 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear tyre slight distortion emerging

front brake discs corroded/very rusty

interior mirror missing/broken

slight roughness felt in both front wheels when spinning(discs very rusty)

surface corrosion emerging on underside

Pass 14 Jan 2016 98,270 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 98,270 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 98,095 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 97,935 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 97,935 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 97,595 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 97,483 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 97,323 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 97,321 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 96,117 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 95,730 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 95,730 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 95,034 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 95,030 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 94,335 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 94,335 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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A909 YRX is a 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco in Beige with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A909 YRX, 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 A909 YRX registered?

A909 YRX is a 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 21 November 1983.

Is A909 YRX safe to buy?

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