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B248 SKN

1984 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

252,185 mi
Last recorded252,185 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco113,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB248 SKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 252,185 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s outer door handle loose

o/s/f seat belt slighty damaged

slight play in n/s inner rack joint

slight play in n/s/f stut top mount

Fail 24 Apr 2015 252,183 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

o/s outer door handle loose

o/s/f seat belt slighty damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in n/s inner rack joint

slight play in n/s/f stut top mount

Pass 14 May 2009 248,949 miles

both front brake hoses starting to perish.

oxidisation on metal brake pipes.

play in both inner steering rack joints.

rear shocks getting weak.

temporary fuel cap fitted(locking type)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 248,941 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

both front brake hoses starting to perish.

oxidisation on metal brake pipes.

play in both inner steering rack joints.

rear shocks getting weak.

temporary fuel cap fitted(locking type)

Pass 6 May 2008 240,591 miles

CLUTCH PEDEL RUBBER MISSING

O/S/R INNER SILL RUSTY

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 6 May 2008 240,591 miles

Brake master cylinder damaged and function impaired (3.6.G.1c)

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

CLUTCH PEDEL RUBBER MISSING

O/S/R INNER SILL RUSTY

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 8 May 2007 234,434 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 231,234 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 231,234 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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)

chip in windscreen

play in wiper wheelboxes

wipers only operate on second speed

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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B248 SKN is a 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 113,013 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 B248 SKN, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B248 SKN is a 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 24 September 1984.

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