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D316 FPY

1987 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

94,478 mi
Last recorded94,478 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2010
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco110,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD316 FPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2010 94,478 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 94,478 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2009 94,214 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 94,214 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

massive oil leaking from engine

Pass 10 Mar 2008 93,481 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 92,407 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 92,407 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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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D316 FPY is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 D316 FPY, 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.

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What year was D316 FPY registered?

D316 FPY is a 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 15 May 1987.

Is D316 FPY safe to buy?

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