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C493 OBG

1986 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,404 mi
Last recorded15,404 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2005
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco108,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC493 OBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2005 15,404 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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C493 OBG is a 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,643 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 C493 OBG, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C493 OBG registered?

C493 OBG is a 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 2 January 1986.

Is C493 OBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C493 OBG shows 1 test 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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