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AK59 BUU

2009 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,963 mi
Last recorded87,963 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco80,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 BUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 87,963 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 86,225 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 84,116 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 81,456 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 77,846 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear brakes showing signs of overheating

Pass 8 Sep 2020 74,736 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear seat belts not tested

Fail 7 Sep 2020 74,730 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear seat belts not tested

Pass 9 Sep 2019 70,423 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 63,563 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 63,563 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 58,487 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 53,664 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 46,339 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 42,593 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 33,527 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 21,165 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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AK59 BUU is a 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 80,605 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 AK59 BUU, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK59 BUU registered?

AK59 BUU is a 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is AK59 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 BUU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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