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E943 HBD

1987 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,452 mi
Last recorded84,452 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco110,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE943 HBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 84,452 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 84,442 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 84,432 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 84,421 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 84,368 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 84,270 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 84,270 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 83,658 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 83,423 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 83,138 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 82,823 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 82,779 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 82,611 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 82,363 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 81,671 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 80,937 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Jul 2010 80,937 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 9 May 2009 80,529 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

varous metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 5 May 2007 79,942 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 May 2006 78,997 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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E943 HBD is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E943 HBD, 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 E943 HBD registered?

E943 HBD is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 October 1987.

Is E943 HBD safe to buy?

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