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A3 AKS

2010 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

89,016 mi
Last recorded89,016 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco77,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 AKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 89,016 miles

corrosion build on both front b/disc inner faces

Pass 27 Mar 2024 79,692 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion build both front b/disc inner faces

Pass 13 Apr 2023 74,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2023 74,396 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter housing (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 69,224 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion build on both front b/disc inner faces

Fail 20 Apr 2022 69,224 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure joiner clamp replaced (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion build on both front b/disc inner faces

Pass 29 Jul 2021 66,107 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has uneven inner edge wear

Pass 23 Oct 2020 65,114 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 65,114 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 59,096 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 55,913 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 51,174 miles

corrosion build on inner faces of both front b/discs

Pass 12 Apr 2016 50,105 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge worn

Offside h/l aim reset

Pass 30 Mar 2015 46,924 miles

n/s/r tyre inner edge worn

Pass 23 Apr 2014 42,112 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 36,911 miles

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

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

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

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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A3 AKS is a 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 77,683 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 A3 AKS, 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 16 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A3 AKS registered?

A3 AKS is a 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 13 April 2010.

Is A3 AKS safe to buy?

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