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F282 VRU

1989 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,688 mi
Last recorded99,688 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2008
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco113,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF282 VRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2008 99,688 miles

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

fuel smell from breather but no leaks

nearside front tyre near limit outer edge

rear no plate faded

slight play to offside front wheel bearing

water leak from expansion bottle

Pass 8 May 2007 99,047 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 99,047 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

all brake pipes rusty

both front seat backs loose

both front wish-bones rusty

offside and nearside front tyres near limit on edge

offside front shock damp

Pass 27 Apr 2006 98,267 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

co% level very low(0.02)maximum allowed 3.50%

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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F282 VRU is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F282 VRU, 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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What year was F282 VRU registered?

F282 VRU is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F282 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F282 VRU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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