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E397 VGE

1987 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,072 mi
Last recorded93,072 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2008
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco110,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE397 VGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2008 93,072 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 93,072 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 87,949 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2006 87,949 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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E397 VGE is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E397 VGE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E397 VGE registered?

E397 VGE is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 September 1987.

Is E397 VGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E397 VGE shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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