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Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver · Petrol · 1991 · 1,781 cc

J868 JEJMOT history

J868 JEJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Scirocco first used on 28 Oct 1991. Its MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Dec 2022
Mileage
126,312 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J868 JEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Scirocco
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
28 Oct 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

J868 JEJ was last recorded at 126,312 miles on 24 Aug 2024, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Dec 2017: 122,913 miles, lower than 142,470 miles on 21 Dec 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,271 miles · 29 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
1,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 126,312 miles
  • 2021 – 126,271 miles
  • 2020 – 125,893 miles
  • 2019 – 125,105 miles
  • 2018 – 123,214 miles
  • 2017 – 122,913 miles
  • 2016 – 119,525 miles
  • 2015 – 116,866 miles
  • 2014 – 114,501 miles
  • 2013 – 111,767 miles
  • 2012 – 107,980 miles
  • 2011 – 104,684 miles
  • 2008 – 104,646 miles
  • 2007 – 102,821 miles
  • 2006 – 101,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,312 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced As marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryChassis and suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,312 miles (+41)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,312 miles
    Test number
    189870706132
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced As marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass126,271 miles (+378)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    126,271 miles
    Test number
    349781825942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,893 miles
    Test number
    624528066779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,893 miles (+788)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,893 miles
    Test number
    652677350397
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  5. Pass125,105 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,105 miles
    Test number
    212865731784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail125,103 miles (+1,889)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,103 miles
    Test number
    765013596327
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass123,214 miles (+301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    123,214 miles
    Test number
    176911378908
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass122,913 miles (-19,557)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    122,913 miles
    Test number
    820559070129
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded.
  9. Fail142,470 miles (+22,945)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,470 miles
    Test number
    268206748854
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  10. Pass119,525 miles (+2,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,525 miles
    Test number
    591672223047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  11. Pass116,866 miles (+2,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    116,866 miles
    Test number
    693019849571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass114,501 miles (+2,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    114,501 miles
    Test number
    667595534387
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass111,767 miles (+3,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,767 miles
    Test number
    135382753377
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
  14. Pass107,980 miles (+3,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    107,980 miles
    Test number
    419723962386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
  15. Pass104,684 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    104,684 miles
    Test number
    405176711440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,646 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    104,646 miles
    Test number
    133116168228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,821 miles (+1,714)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    102,821 miles
    Test number
    522673567287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    101,107 miles
    Test number
    831827256217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail101,107 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,107 miles
    Test number
    573346956277
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about J868 JEJ

Does J868 JEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J868 JEJ expired on 29 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J868 JEJ?
The MOT on J868 JEJ expired on 29 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J868 JEJ done?
J868 JEJ was recorded at 126,312 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2024, an average of 1,404 miles a year.
Has J868 JEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J868 JEJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on J868 JEJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Dec 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J868 JEJ find?
J868 JEJ failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 6 advisories: offside front driver's seat insecure; nearside front windscreen wiper blade missing; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 9 more.

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