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PDL 465R

1977 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,722 mi
Last recorded118,722 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Scirocco52,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDL 465R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2026 118,722 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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PDL 465R is a 1977 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 52,002 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 PDL 465R, 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 49 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 PDL 465R?

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What year was PDL 465R registered?

PDL 465R is a 1977 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 17 June 1977.

Is PDL 465R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDL 465R shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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