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OHP 888W

1980 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,239 mi
Last recorded83,239 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco97,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHP 888W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 83,239 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 82,847 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated spring loose (8.4.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

petrol pipes rusty

Pass 21 Apr 2017 81,702 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 81,702 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported center and rear (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 81,355 miles

fuel lines corroded

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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OHP 888W is a 1980 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 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 97,894 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 OHP 888W, 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 OHP 888W registered?

OHP 888W is a 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 18 August 1980.

Is OHP 888W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHP 888W 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.

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