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AU09 VMR

2009 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

186,991 mi
Last recorded186,991 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco80,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 VMR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 186,991 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 183,374 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 170,349 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 154,733 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 138,503 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 124,897 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 116,998 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2020 116,997 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2018 111,156 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 101,791 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 93,090 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 81,208 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit minor cut in tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 81,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear tyre slighty mis-shaped

front wipers split

items removed prior test carried out

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit minor cut in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 61,201 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 56,847 miles

n/s/f tyre tread getting low also tread starting to crack badly

o/s/f tyre tread low 3mm

Pass 7 Mar 2013 48,543 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2013 48,543 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing badly inside edge

Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,408 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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AU09 VMR is a 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AU09 VMR, 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 AU09 VMR registered?

AU09 VMR is a 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 6 March 2009.

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