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K489 WFJ

1993 Volkswagen Scirocco

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,366 mi
Last recorded77,366 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2011
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco120,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK489 WFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2011 77,366 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 77,366 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 77,180 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 72,599 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 72,590 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 63,680 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 63,678 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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K489 WFJ is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 K489 WFJ, 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 K489 WFJ?

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What year was K489 WFJ registered?

K489 WFJ is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 16 March 1993.

Is K489 WFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K489 WFJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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