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E305 JRY

1988 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

98,893 mi
Last recorded98,893 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco117,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE305 JRY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 98,893 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 98,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also rubber mount split (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 98,419 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 98,411 miles

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

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

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 98,410 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 98,311 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 98,191 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 96,523 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 92,801 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 88,207 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 81,999 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 81,996 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 78,053 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 72,928 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 72,926 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 71,738 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 71,738 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 69,785 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 119,148 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 62,872 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 58,164 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2007 58,164 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 56,713 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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E305 JRY is a 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 117,418 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 E305 JRY, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E305 JRY registered?

E305 JRY is a 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 21 April 1988.

Is E305 JRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E305 JRY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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