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YRW 143X

1982 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,468 mi
Last recorded63,468 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco100,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRW 143X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 63,468 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material throughout vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 62,582 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes covered in waxoil throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective all mountings splitting (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 62,582 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2014 62,582 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 62,582 miles

Front brake discs rusted

Rear registration plate cracked

Pass 24 Feb 2012 62,582 miles

exhaust fitted with temporary hangers

Pass 10 Feb 2011 62,582 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 62,582 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 62,577 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 62,557 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 62,482 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2006 62,478 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

O/S rear brake effort lower than N/S

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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YRW 143X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YRW 143X, 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.

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What year was YRW 143X registered?

YRW 143X is a 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 21 May 1982.

Is YRW 143X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRW 143X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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