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K266 SSM

1993 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,505 mi
Last recorded145,505 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2008
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco120,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK266 SSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2008 145,505 miles

exhaust corroded

oil leak

play in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 26 Sep 2007 145,015 miles

exhaust leaking

oil leak

play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 2 Oct 2006 143,495 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 143,495 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Battery insecure

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

wheel trims fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2005 142,057 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 142,057 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

front pads low slight cracking front flexi hoses slight play n/s/f top mount

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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K266 SSM is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 120,148 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 K266 SSM, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K266 SSM?

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What year was K266 SSM registered?

K266 SSM is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K266 SSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K266 SSM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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