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DGM 380V

1979 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

130,315 mi
Last recorded130,315 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2009
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco94,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGM 380V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2009 130,315 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

suspension and chassis rusted

Pass 3 May 2007 128,347 miles

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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DGM 380V is a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 94,396 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 DGM 380V, 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 47 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 DGM 380V registered?

DGM 380V is a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 5 November 1979.

Is DGM 380V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGM 380V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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