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F537 PYF

1989 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,341 mi
Last recorded155,341 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco113,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF537 PYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 155,341 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 154,547 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 153,519 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 152,529 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 151,509 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 150,153 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 149,328 miles

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing tyre slightly rubbing suspension arm (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted before rear axle (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2020 149,321 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing tyre slightly rubbing suspension arm (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted before rear axle (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 148,249 miles

Nearside Front Upper slight play in top mount

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly twisted before rear axle (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 146,696 miles

rear box corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2017 145,389 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 144,130 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 144,128 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 138,870 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Aug 2015 138,870 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2014 136,082 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 134,253 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 132,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 131,641 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 131,641 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 129,623 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 129,603 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2009 127,233 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 126,670 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2008 126,670 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2007 126,426 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 125,188 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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F537 PYF is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 F537 PYF, 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

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What year was F537 PYF registered?

F537 PYF is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 3 January 1989.

Is F537 PYF safe to buy?

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