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AK58 VRU

2008 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,276 mi
Last recorded137,276 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco74,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 VRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2018 137,276 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 136,100 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 123,337 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 114,403 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 105,160 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 are worn unevenly on the inner edge.

undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components.

Pass 21 Oct 2014 93,979 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2014 93,834 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 80,269 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 70,452 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 60,360 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 VRU is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK58 VRU, 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 VRU registered?

AK58 VRU is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AK58 VRU safe to buy?

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