MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
239,626 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
slight play detected at steering wheel
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
oil leak
slight play detected at steering wheel
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Scirocco?
Based on 742,525 MOT tests across 61,496 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F196 COJ is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 F196 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of F196 COJ?
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What year was F196 COJ registered?
F196 COJ is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 4 May 1989.
Is F196 COJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for F196 COJ 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.
Does F196 COJ have outstanding finance?
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