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AV12 VFR

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

117,624 mi
Last recorded117,624 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 VFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 117,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 108,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 97,680 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 88,145 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 81,628 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 78,402 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 78,402 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 69,803 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 69,803 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 62,756 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 51,220 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 47,007 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 40,851 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 34,710 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 34,710 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 28,113 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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AV12 VFR is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 72,700 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 AV12 VFR, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV12 VFR registered?

AV12 VFR is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is AV12 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 VFR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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