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F187 COJ

1989 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,398 mi
Last recorded97,398 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco113,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF187 COJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2025 97,398 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount at sill and underfloor 2 areas marked in green paint (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 96,947 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 96,270 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

SURFACE RUST ALL OVER THE CAR AND CAR COMPONENTS

Pass 20 Aug 2022 96,259 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

surface rust all over the car and car components front and rear

Pass 18 Nov 2020 95,062 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 92,366 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 92,366 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 90,194 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 88,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 87,058 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 85,508 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 85,508 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 84,493 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2013 84,482 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 88,796 miles

advisery; general under body corrosion

Fail 15 Jul 2011 81,370 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 78,663 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 78,304 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 74,589 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2008 74,589 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 69,993 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 67,987 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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F187 COJ is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 113,977 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 F187 COJ, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F187 COJ is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 May 1989.

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