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RHE 539X

1982 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,112 mi
Last recorded142,112 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco100,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHE 539X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 142,112 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 142,110 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 142,110 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 142,181 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 142,090 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight corrosion present at nearside front jacking point

Fail 12 Aug 2014 142,090 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight corrosion present at nearside front jacking point

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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RHE 539X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RHE 539X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RHE 539X?

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What year was RHE 539X registered?

RHE 539X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 14 June 1982.

Is RHE 539X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHE 539X shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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