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MTP 816Y

1983 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,721 mi
Last recorded67,721 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco95,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTP 816Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2009 67,721 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 67,717 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 30 May 2008 62,994 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 58,787 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 54,148 miles

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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MTP 816Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 95,526 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 MTP 816Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MTP 816Y?

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What year was MTP 816Y registered?

MTP 816Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 24 May 1983.

Is MTP 816Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTP 816Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MTP 816Y have outstanding finance?

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