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VYD 465W

1981 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

85,437 mi
Last recorded85,437 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2012
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco97,145 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYD 465W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2012 85,437 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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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VYD 465W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 VYD 465W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VYD 465W registered?

VYD 465W is a 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 14 May 1981.

Is VYD 465W safe to buy?

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Does VYD 465W have outstanding finance?

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