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UVV 466W

1980 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

113,397 mi
Last recorded113,397 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco97,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVV 466W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 113,397 miles

rear axle bushes perished

Fail 3 Jun 2021 113,385 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive co high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak middle (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

rear axle bushes perished

Pass 18 May 2019 113,372 miles

fuel filler neck insecure

indicators flashing fast

vehicle undersealed

Fail 10 May 2019 113,368 miles

Emissions not tested due too overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

fuel filler neck insecure

indicators flashing fast

vehicle undersealed

Pass 31 Aug 2017 111,794 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front (2.4.G.2)

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

Underside of vehicle is generally corroded and has been undersealed

Fail 29 Aug 2017 111,792 miles

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. Only half lighting up (6.7.3)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Offside with side light (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Not working (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front (2.4.G.2)

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

Underside of vehicle is generally corroded and has been undersealed

Pass 15 Oct 2014 111,786 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Oct 2014 111,784 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 111,770 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 111,115 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 111,115 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 109,450 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 109,438 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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UVV 466W is a 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 UVV 466W, 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 UVV 466W registered?

UVV 466W is a 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 December 1980.

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