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K838 CBD

1993 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

155,435 mi
Last recorded155,435 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2010
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco120,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK838 CBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2010 155,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Feb 2010 155,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 149,077 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 143,419 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 136,761 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

non standard wheels fitted at time of test

Fail 7 Feb 2007 136,761 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

non standard exhaust fitted

non standard wheels fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Feb 2006 128,643 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 128,641 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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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K838 CBD is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 K838 CBD, 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 K838 CBD registered?

K838 CBD is a 1993 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 10 February 1993.

Is K838 CBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K838 CBD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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