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J238 RBD

1992 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

182,818 mi
Last recorded182,818 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Scirocco115,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ238 RBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 182,818 miles

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

battery loose

wiper blades torn but clearing screen

Fail 28 Jan 2013 182,818 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

battery loose

wiper blades torn but clearing screen

Pass 19 Oct 2011 177,409 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 173,416 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 168,709 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2009 168,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 160,796 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 157,034 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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J238 RBD is a 1992 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 115,454 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 J238 RBD, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J238 RBD registered?

J238 RBD is a 1992 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 June 1992.

Is J238 RBD safe to buy?

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