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JC03 GAV

2008 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,894 mi
Last recorded115,894 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco74,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJC03 GAV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 115,894 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 105,401 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 93,221 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 May 2023 91,093 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 84,729 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 83,083 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (235/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 82,931 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (235/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Sep 2020 75,284 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 75,284 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 68,417 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 59,271 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 57,751 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 57,751 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 52,978 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 48,903 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 48,903 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 44,446 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 39,100 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 34,490 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 30,867 miles

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

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

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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JC03 GAV is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 74,413 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 JC03 GAV, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JC03 GAV registered?

JC03 GAV is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 December 2008.

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