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H579 BGX

1991 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

79,675 mi
Last recorded79,675 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco117,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH579 BGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 79,675 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 79,572 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 79,485 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 79,455 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 79,425 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 79,350 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 78,196 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 78,196 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2015 77,190 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2015 77,190 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 77,123 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 76,902 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 76,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2012 74,758 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 74,758 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 May 2011 74,549 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 73,760 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 71,350 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 71,350 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 67,013 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 67,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 64,510 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 63,770 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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H579 BGX is a 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 H579 BGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H579 BGX registered?

H579 BGX is a 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 16 April 1991.

Is H579 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H579 BGX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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