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NPJ 891W

1981 Volkswagen Scirocco

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,323 mi
Last recorded81,323 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco97,145 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPJ 891W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2017 81,323 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 81,323 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 80,636 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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NPJ 891W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NPJ 891W, 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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How do I check the history of NPJ 891W?

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What year was NPJ 891W registered?

NPJ 891W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 11 April 1981.

Is NPJ 891W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPJ 891W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NPJ 891W have outstanding finance?

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