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K785 TKJ

1993 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,053 mi
Last recorded75,053 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco120,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK785 TKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 75,053 miles

Interior rear view mirror temporary type

Near side front road wheel dented

Oil leak @ engine

Over sills fitted

Rear brake hose ferruels corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2017 73,979 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 73,979 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 73,911 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 69,828 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 69,423 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 21 Jul 2011 69,423 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 66,183 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 66,183 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 62,392 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 59,729 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 56,957 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 53,669 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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K785 TKJ is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 K785 TKJ, 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.

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What year was K785 TKJ registered?

K785 TKJ is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 25 January 1993.

Is K785 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K785 TKJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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