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J76 ORP

1992 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

140,479 mi
Last recorded140,479 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Scirocco115,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ76 ORP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 140,479 miles

Front Some slight tight spots on turning steering lock to lock

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 140,479 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Inner sill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of inner sills

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Slight tight spots in full rotation of steering wheel.

Fail 30 Nov 2023 140,461 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2022 140,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 137,083 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 135,184 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 132,300 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 129,897 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 129,378 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 128,959 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 128,959 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 128,807 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 128,807 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

drivers seat slightly insecure

engine oil leak

nearside inner cv boot split

Pass 15 Dec 2009 126,018 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 126,014 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 118,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

osf inner cv boot leaking

osf seat wont tilt nsf ok

Fail 6 Dec 2008 118,568 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

osf inner cv boot leaking

osf seat wont tilt nsf ok

Pass 19 Dec 2007 112,059 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 105,892 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 105,892 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

slight knock/play in steering system

slight marks on front registration plate

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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J76 ORP is a 1992 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 J76 ORP, 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 J76 ORP registered?

J76 ORP is a 1992 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 5 June 1992.

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