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A3 GRN

2013 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

170,660 mi
Last recorded170,660 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco66,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 170,660 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 159,096 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 159,094 miles

Nearside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 147,249 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 147,247 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2022 132,537 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 121,847 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 121,140 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 121,140 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 113,572 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 4 Feb 2019 101,624 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 88,318 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 88,525 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

engine light on

Pass 17 Feb 2017 57,749 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 57,749 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 41,356 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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A3 GRN is a 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 66,266 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 A3 GRN, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A3 GRN registered?

A3 GRN is a 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 29 June 2013.

Is A3 GRN safe to buy?

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