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F381 TLF

1989 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

222,169 mi
Last recorded222,169 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco113,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF381 TLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 222,169 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 222,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 221,239 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 221,219 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 218,241 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 216,273 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 213,208 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 208,843 miles

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 29 Sep 2016 206,272 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 204,349 miles

Centre Rear Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all metal brake pipes covered in copper grease

Pass 27 Sep 2014 200,549 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 195,614 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 190,213 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 181,839 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 24 Sep 2010 157,308 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 157,308 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 148,416 miles

Engine cambelt cover missing/fuel supply line runs close to cambelt

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside rear inner wheel rim bent

fuel pipes corroded at rear

Fail 11 Sep 2009 148,363 miles

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

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

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

Engine cambelt cover missing/fuel supply line runs close to cambelt

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside rear inner wheel rim bent

fuel pipes corroded at rear

Pass 3 Oct 2008 141,616 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 622,794 miles

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

Offside wiper blade split

Sill covers fitted , unable to assess outer sill panels

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2007 622,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside wiper blade split

Sill covers fitted unable to assess outer sills

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 108,974 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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F381 TLF is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 F381 TLF, 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 TLF registered?

F381 TLF is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 14 June 1989.

Is F381 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F381 TLF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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