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BYB 973X

1982 Volkswagen Scirocco

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,702 mi
Last recorded92,702 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2008
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco100,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYB 973X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2008 92,702 miles

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2008 92,702 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 91,993 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2006 90,617 miles

oil leak

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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BYB 973X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 100,208 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 BYB 973X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BYB 973X?

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What year was BYB 973X registered?

BYB 973X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 13 January 1982.

Is BYB 973X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYB 973X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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