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UCF 358S

1978 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

127,191 mi
Last recorded127,191 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco78,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCF 358S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 127,191 miles

Front Both tires are perishing and have small cracks appearing

Front coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Both tires are perishing and have small cracks appearing

Pass 1 Oct 2013 127,092 miles

corrosion on and around front and rear suspension

extensive corrosion/repairs on underside of vehicle

Fail 27 Sep 2013 127,058 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

corrosion on and around front and rear suspension

extensive corrosion/repairs on underside of vehicle

Pass 26 Sep 2012 127,016 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 127,014 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2011 126,985 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside front brake is slightly binding

Pass 14 Apr 2010 126,898 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 126,898 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 126,840 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 126,743 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 126,580 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 126,568 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 126,326 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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UCF 358S is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 UCF 358S, 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.

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What year was UCF 358S registered?

UCF 358S is a 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 15 March 1978.

Is UCF 358S safe to buy?

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