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EPX 2W

1981 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

99,820 mi
Last recorded99,820 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco97,145 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPX 2W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 99,820 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 99,414 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 99,392 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 99,297 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 99,217 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 99,197 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 99,164 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 99,107 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 98,729 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 98,694 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 98,666 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 98,643 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 98,376 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 98,353 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 97,058 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 96,509 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 95,093 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 94,602 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 93,290 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 92,397 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 92,397 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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EPX 2W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 97,145 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 EPX 2W, 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 45 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 EPX 2W registered?

EPX 2W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is EPX 2W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPX 2W shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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