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VU18 LWS

2018 Volkswagen Scirocco

Purple Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,658 mi
Last recorded62,658 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Scirocco35,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU18 LWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2018
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 62,658 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 59,958 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 59,358 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 53,359 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 45,766 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 37,912 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 29,981 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2021 29,981 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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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VU18 LWS is a 2018 Volkswagen Scirocco in Purple with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 35,460 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 VU18 LWS, 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 8 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 VU18 LWS registered?

VU18 LWS is a 2018 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is VU18 LWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU18 LWS 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 VU18 LWS have outstanding finance?

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