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AK58 TXT

2008 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,221 mi
Last recorded66,221 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco74,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 TXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 66,221 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 66,221 miles

Windscreen washer not working pump faulty (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 66,121 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 66,121 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 64,796 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 64,796 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 58,685 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 58,685 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2016 56,465 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 56,465 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 54,668 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 51,956 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 49,930 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)

both rear tyres have slight cracks in tread

Pass 8 Nov 2012 45,203 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 41,824 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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AK58 TXT is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AK58 TXT, 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 AK58 TXT registered?

AK58 TXT is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is AK58 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 TXT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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