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C521 VAC

1985 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

106,049 mi
Last recorded106,049 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco110,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC521 VAC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2014 106,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 106,049 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 104,948 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 104,948 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 92,288 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 92,281 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 68,037 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 68,037 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 86,035 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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C521 VAC is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C521 VAC, 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.

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What year was C521 VAC registered?

C521 VAC is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C521 VAC safe to buy?

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