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F381 DAV

1989 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,919 mi
Last recorded121,919 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2009
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco113,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF381 DAV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2009 121,919 miles

slight corrosion of fuel pipes

Fail 14 Aug 2009 121,826 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

slight corrosion of fuel pipes

Pass 23 Jul 2008 110,902 miles

both sills have plastic covers

Fail 22 Jul 2008 110,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both sills have plastic covers

Pass 2 Aug 2007 98,308 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 1 Aug 2007 98,274 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

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

Nearside rear brakehose furrel slightly corroded

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

Fail 24 Feb 2006 86,184 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 86,184 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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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F381 DAV is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 F381 DAV, 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 F381 DAV registered?

F381 DAV is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 10 May 1989.

Is F381 DAV safe to buy?

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