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B225 RHO

1985 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2010
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

203,304 mi
Last recorded203,304 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2009
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco110,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB225 RHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2009 203,304 miles

dipped and main beam headlight switch working ok but wrong way round

Fail 31 Oct 2009 203,303 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

clutch pedal rubber missing

dipped and main beam headlight switch working ok but wrong way round

Fail 31 May 2008 203,299 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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B225 RHO is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 110,701 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 B225 RHO, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B225 RHO registered?

B225 RHO is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 19 February 1985.

Is B225 RHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B225 RHO shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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