2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0L Petrol · MA58 RXJ
2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (2.0L, petrol). First registered 25 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 132,673 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,673 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA58 RXJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 132,673 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA58 RXJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (MA58 RXJ) between May 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
MA58 RXJ Mileage History
- 24/05/2024116,264 mi
- 28/05/2024116,368 mi+104 mi
- 02/06/2025128,544 mi+12,176 mi
- 17/06/2025128,978 mi+434 mi
- 20/07/2026132,673 mi+3,695 mi
Average of roughly 7,618 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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