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B49 LWP

1985 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,223 mi
Last recorded55,223 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco110,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB49 LWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 55,223 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

play offside front suspension strut top mount bearing

Pass 20 Jul 2015 55,212 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 55,145 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 55,004 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 54,763 miles

BOTH REAR SERVICE BRAKES ONLY JUST TO REQUIRED EFFORTS - SUGGEST INSPECTION

SLIGHT NOISE FROM OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING

Fail 8 Jul 2011 54,459 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 54,459 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 53,859 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 53,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 52,580 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 51,367 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 51,367 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 50,109 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 49,209 miles

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

plastic covers to outer sills.

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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B49 LWP is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 B49 LWP, 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 B49 LWP registered?

B49 LWP is a 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 24 June 1985.

Is B49 LWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B49 LWP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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