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KJA 144V

1980 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,995 mi
Last recorded99,995 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco97,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJA 144V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 99,995 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 99,958 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 99,957 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 99,692 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 99,673 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 99,673 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 98,976 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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KJA 144V is a 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 97,894 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 KJA 144V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KJA 144V registered?

KJA 144V is a 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 13 June 1980.

Is KJA 144V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJA 144V 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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