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BRM 152X

1987 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,930 mi
Last recorded107,930 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco110,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRM 152X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 107,930 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 107,930 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 102,413 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 102,392 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2024 98,347 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 98,171 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 98,065 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 98,061 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle seizing (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% seized (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2021 97,825 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 97,446 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 96,054 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 95,162 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 94,045 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 91,753 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 91,191 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 91,191 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 91,138 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 91,138 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 91,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 29 Dec 2010 90,754 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 90,378 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front brake discs slightly rusted

Pass 10 Jan 2009 89,351 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 105,826 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 104,708 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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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BRM 152X is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 110,105 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 BRM 152X, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BRM 152X registered?

BRM 152X is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 12 August 1987.

Is BRM 152X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRM 152X shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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