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B78 LWP

1985 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,864 mi
Last recorded141,864 miles
Recorded on31 May 2012
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco110,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB78 LWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 May 2012 141,864 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 141,785 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 141,780 miles

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

advise inspection of offside floor mat wet

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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B78 LWP is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 110,701 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 B78 LWP, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B78 LWP registered?

B78 LWP is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 11 June 1985.

Is B78 LWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B78 LWP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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