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MJB 109X

1981 Volkswagen Scirocco

Brown Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,315 mi
Last recorded116,315 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco97,145 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJB 109X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 116,315 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 116,295 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 116,295 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 116,295 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 116,295 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2011 116,295 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 116,295 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 116,295 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 26 May 2009 116,295 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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MJB 109X is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco in Brown with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 97,145 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 MJB 109X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJB 109X registered?

MJB 109X is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 27 August 1981.

Is MJB 109X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJB 109X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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