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RP02 COT

2008 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,270 mi
Last recorded151,270 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco74,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRP02 COT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 151,270 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 144,580 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 136,450 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 126,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2021 103,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 101,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre starting to split on inner side wall

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Sep 2019 95,921 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 89,138 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 83,136 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 78,866 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 67,551 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust shroud insecure

Fail 19 Jan 2017 67,551 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust shroud insecure

Pass 16 Jan 2016 55,624 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 45,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 37,988 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 37,988 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 28,588 miles

smoke reading to low to assess

Fail 28 Dec 2012 28,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

smoke reading to low to assess

Pass 9 Dec 2011 20,351 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 20,350 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

wiper blades slightly split

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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RP02 COT is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 74,413 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 RP02 COT, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RP02 COT registered?

RP02 COT is a 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is RP02 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RP02 COT shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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