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PJB 199X

1982 Volkswagen Scirocco

Gold Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

83,948 mi
Last recorded83,948 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco100,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJB 199X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 83,948 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 83,900 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 83,787 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 83,787 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 82,759 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 82,742 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Some signs of under seal displacement.

Steel fuel pipes corroded.

Wiper arm requires adjustment as part of screen being missed on o/s,only just acceptable.

n/s/f side light dim..

Fail 25 Nov 2011 82,742 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Some signs of under seal displacement.

Steel fuel pipes corroded.

Wiper arm requires adjustment as part of screen being missed on o/s,only just acceptable.

n/s/f side light dim..

Pass 22 Oct 2010 82,692 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Heavy corrosion on steel fuel pipes,front to rear..

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Wiper sweep poor,requires adjustment as drivers view slightly affected.

Pass 16 Oct 2008 82,000 miles

Both front flexible pipes twisted.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steel fuel pipes corroded.

Fail 9 Oct 2008 82,000 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both front flexible pipes twisted.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steel fuel pipes 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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PJB 199X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco in Gold with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 100,208 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 PJB 199X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJB 199X registered?

PJB 199X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 19 May 1982.

Is PJB 199X safe to buy?

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