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D941 KWY

1987 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

247,026 mi
Last recorded247,026 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco110,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD941 KWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 247,026 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted.

Fail 17 Apr 2025 247,017 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe leeking (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2024 247,008 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2021 246,987 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 246,887 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 246,878 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

oil leak from engine

Pass 30 Dec 2016 246,839 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 246,793 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 246,772 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 246,772 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 246,475 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 245,569 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 244,930 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 244,929 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 243,049 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 241,641 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 241,641 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 240,046 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 240,046 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 238,330 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Dec 2007 238,330 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2006 236,572 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 236,572 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2005 233,500 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 233,500 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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D941 KWY is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 110,105 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 D941 KWY, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D941 KWY registered?

D941 KWY is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 30 January 1987.

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