MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
156,231 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Scirocco?
Based on 742,525 MOT tests across 61,496 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JYC 861T is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 JYC 861T, 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 JYC 861T?
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What year was JYC 861T registered?
JYC 861T is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 August 1978.
Is JYC 861T safe to buy?
The MOT history for JYC 861T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does JYC 861T have outstanding finance?
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