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CHJ 516T

1978 Volkswagen Scirocco

Gold Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,960 mi
Last recorded120,960 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco78,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHJ 516T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 120,960 miles

Brake pipes coated with rustrpoofing

Front wheel bearing has slight play NS and OS (2.5.A.3c)

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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CHJ 516T is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco in Gold with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 78,690 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 CHJ 516T, 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 48 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 CHJ 516T?

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What year was CHJ 516T registered?

CHJ 516T is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 October 1978.

Is CHJ 516T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHJ 516T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CHJ 516T have outstanding finance?

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