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A3 PTD

2009 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

157,982 mi
Last recorded157,982 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco80,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 PTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 157,982 miles

Battery was flat.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front lower arm rear bushes perished/cracked

o/s/f fog lamp glass cracked

rear subframe & components showing corrosion

Pass 4 Sep 2024 157,301 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes perished/cracked

extensive oil leak noted

n/s/f tyre showing sidewall damage

o/s/f fog lamp glass cracked

o/s/r tyre showing inner edge wear

rear brakes showing signs of overheating

rear subframe & components showing corrosion

windscreen damage noted

Fail 4 Sep 2024 157,301 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front lower arm rear bushes perished/cracked

extensive oil leak noted

n/s/f tyre showing sidewall damage

o/s/f fog lamp glass cracked

o/s/r tyre showing inner edge wear

rear brakes showing signs of overheating

rear subframe & components showing corrosion

windscreen damage noted

Pass 5 Sep 2023 156,451 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp lens cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 156,451 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp lens cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 149,195 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside front tyre has cut in sidewall

offside front fog lamp is cracked

slight oil leak noticed from front of engine

Fail 18 Aug 2022 148,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged cut side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front fog lamp cracked

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

Rear subframe rusty.

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 141,691 miles

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

all tyres showing slight edge wear

o/s/f fog lamp cracked

rear subframe showing corrossion

Pass 25 Aug 2020 135,029 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 134,993 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 127,152 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 106,563 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 106,562 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 93,077 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small crack (8.3.1d)

full under covers fitted and engine cover

Pass 4 Mar 2016 86,107 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 69,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 43,817 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 30,906 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,451 miles

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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A3 PTD is a 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 80,605 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 A3 PTD, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A3 PTD registered?

A3 PTD is a 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 20 March 2009.

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