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H17 VWS

1991 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,349 mi
Last recorded106,349 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco117,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 VWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 106,349 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2026 106,349 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 106,336 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 106,276 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 106,276 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 106,154 miles

Fuel tank rusty/damp.

General underbody corrosion.

Pass 18 Feb 2022 106,134 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 106,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 106,070 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 106,070 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 105,490 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 104,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 103,506 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 100,694 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 99,654 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 98,357 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2013 98,130 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 97,672 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 96,430 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2007 96,391 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 96,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight distortion on front brakes

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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H17 VWS is a 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 117,593 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 H17 VWS, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H17 VWS registered?

H17 VWS is a 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 10 June 1991.

Is H17 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 VWS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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