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XKJ 293X

1982 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,178 mi
Last recorded75,178 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2007
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco100,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKJ 293X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2007 75,178 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 75,178 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

inner & outer sills generally corroding

rear wheel arches corroded

washers & wiper could be better

Pass 14 Jun 2006 73,668 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 73,668 miles

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

Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

fuel pipes 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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XKJ 293X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 100,208 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 XKJ 293X, 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 44 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 XKJ 293X registered?

XKJ 293X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 19 April 1982.

Is XKJ 293X safe to buy?

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