MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,213 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Scirocco?
Based on 742,525 MOT tests across 61,496 vehicles.
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VRL 287W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 97,145 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 VRL 287W, 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 45 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 VRL 287W?
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What year was VRL 287W registered?
VRL 287W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 3 April 1981.
Is VRL 287W safe to buy?
The MOT history for VRL 287W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VRL 287W have outstanding finance?
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