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F693 GKX

1989 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

34,883 mi
Last recorded34,883 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco113,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF693 GKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 34,883 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 34,864 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 34,639 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 34,244 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 34,244 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested no dipp lights (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam n/s and o/s wont switch from main beams (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 May 2023 34,239 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 34,067 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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F693 GKX is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F693 GKX, 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 F693 GKX registered?

F693 GKX is a 1989 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 17 January 1989.

Is F693 GKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F693 GKX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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