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AWO 954T

1979 Volkswagen Scirocco

Bronze Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,429 mi
Last recorded102,429 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco94,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWO 954T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 102,429 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 101,777 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 101,727 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

dip beam output poor

Fail 25 Mar 2019 101,725 miles

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

dip beam output poor

Pass 7 Mar 2015 101,625 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 101,084 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 99,846 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 99,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 98,353 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 98,311 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 95,910 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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AWO 954T is a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco in Bronze with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 94,396 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 AWO 954T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AWO 954T?

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What year was AWO 954T registered?

AWO 954T is a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 20 June 1979.

Is AWO 954T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWO 954T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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