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LR58 PDY

2008 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

134,165 mi
Last recorded134,165 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco74,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 PDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 134,165 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 134,167 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 130,426 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2025 130,426 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 126,265 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 126,260 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 121,761 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 121,761 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 116,016 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 103,218 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 99,933 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 95,056 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 95,056 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 88,148 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

outer side wall damage to nearside + offside rear tyres

Pass 7 Oct 2016 81,576 miles

outer side wall damage and cracking to offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Oct 2015 75,220 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 66,608 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 56,781 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 56,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Unable to adjust headlamp aim. Adjuster does not appear to be working.

Pass 22 Oct 2012 47,565 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 47,565 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 35,869 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

excessive damage to o/s/r tyre sidewall

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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LR58 PDY is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 74,413 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 LR58 PDY, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LR58 PDY registered?

LR58 PDY is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is LR58 PDY safe to buy?

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