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LPT 403T

1978 Volkswagen Scirocco

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,255 mi
Last recorded57,255 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco78,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPT 403T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 57,255 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 57,253 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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LPT 403T is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 LPT 403T, 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 LPT 403T?

You can check the full history of LPT 403T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LPT 403T registered?

LPT 403T is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is LPT 403T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPT 403T 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.

Does LPT 403T have outstanding finance?

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