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D520 WPC

1986 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

144,906 mi
Last recorded144,906 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco108,643 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD520 WPC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 144,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

tyres slightly stretched

Pass 11 Sep 2024 144,985 miles

signs of standing

tyres may be considered stretched

windscreen damaged

Pass 27 Jun 2023 144,871 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tyres possibly stretched onto wheels

Fail 21 Jun 2023 144,871 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute both (4.4.4 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tyres possibly stretched onto wheels

Pass 29 Jun 2022 144,739 miles

Front exhaust rubber missing

Offside wing repeater dim

windscreen some damage

Pass 17 May 2021 144,405 miles

Front exhaust rubber broken

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2021 144,405 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front exhaust rubber broken

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 143,688 miles

aux belt loose

signs of standing, brake discs deteriorated, fuel pipes corroding

Fail 9 Jun 2020 143,688 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. spacesaver (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

aux belt loose

signs of standing, brake discs deteriorated, fuel pipes corroding

Pass 15 Oct 2016 143,561 miles

signs of standing

Fail 21 Sep 2016 143,561 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber broken (7.1.1)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

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

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

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

signs of standing

Pass 25 Apr 2013 143,499 miles

air cleaner mounting broken

Pass 16 Mar 2012 134,033 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

main beam tell tale light not working

Pass 18 Mar 2011 127,733 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 123,251 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 123,250 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 121,063 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 121,063 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 119,611 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 119,611 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

All tyres close to legal limit

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 117,530 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 117,530 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 115,031 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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D520 WPC is a 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 D520 WPC, 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 D520 WPC registered?

D520 WPC is a 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 10 September 1986.

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