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FGF 159X

1981 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

48,979 mi
Last recorded48,979 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco97,145 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGF 159X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 48,979 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 48,821 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play o/s & n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 48,370 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 45,772 miles

FRONT SUSPENSION & HUBS CORRODED

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

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

REAR TYRES TREAD EDGES SPLITING

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 41,924 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 41,342 miles

front / rear suspension all corroded

oil leaks from engine

Fail 29 Jun 2012 41,342 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front / rear suspension all corroded

oil leaks from engine

Pass 5 Jul 2011 40,646 miles

FRONT & REAR SUSPENISON & ARMS ETC CORRODED

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 May 2010 39,846 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 37,390 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 31,443 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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FGF 159X is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 97,145 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 FGF 159X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FGF 159X registered?

FGF 159X is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FGF 159X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGF 159X shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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