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D317 NJO

1986 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,584 mi
Last recorded112,584 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco108,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD317 NJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 112,584 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

age related surface rust

Pass 10 Sep 2020 112,461 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel filler pipe rusty

Pass 10 Jul 2019 112,373 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 112,328 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 112,328 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 112,034 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 111,641 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 111,596 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower inner sill and inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 111,117 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 110,045 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 109,484 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 108,966 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 108,350 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 107,531 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fuel lines corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2009 105,291 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 101,395 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 99,454 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 97,776 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 97,776 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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D317 NJO is a 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 D317 NJO, 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 D317 NJO registered?

D317 NJO is a 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 22 October 1986.

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