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FAD 248Y

1982 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

125,041 mi
Last recorded125,041 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2006
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco100,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAD 248Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Feb 2006 125,041 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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FAD 248Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 100,208 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 FAD 248Y, 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 44 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 FAD 248Y registered?

FAD 248Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 8 December 1982.

Is FAD 248Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAD 248Y shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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