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E897 FDX

1987 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

150,142 mi
Last recorded150,142 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco110,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE897 FDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 150,142 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to back ()

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s/f inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 150,140 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 150,131 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 150,106 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 150,078 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 150,032 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 149,893 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 149,745 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 148,902 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 148,900 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 148,372 miles

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

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

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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E897 FDX is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 E897 FDX, 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 E897 FDX registered?

E897 FDX is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E897 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E897 FDX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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