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F490 TCF

1989 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,481 mi
Last recorded91,481 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco113,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF490 TCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 91,481 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 91,040 miles

Offside Rear fuel pipe corroded

Fail 22 May 2017 91,021 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear fuel pipe corroded

both wipers split on ends

Pass 24 Sep 2015 90,662 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 90,585 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 89,947 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 88,826 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

battery insecure

Pass 6 Jun 2011 85,995 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 82,889 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 82,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 76,363 miles

all (4) flexy brake hose ferrules rusty

Pass 8 Nov 2006 75,522 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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F490 TCF is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F490 TCF, 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 F490 TCF registered?

F490 TCF is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 16 May 1989.

Is F490 TCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F490 TCF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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