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AE12 APR

2015 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,867 mi
Last recorded134,867 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Scirocco53,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE12 APR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 134,867 miles

Inner Wheel rim in poor condition

Lowering springs fitted to vehicle

Fail 8 Jul 2025 134,865 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Inner Wheel rim in poor condition

Lowering springs fitted to vehicle

Pass 9 Jul 2024 124,064 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes worn / poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2023 117,429 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 108,986 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2022 108,985 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2021 100,419 miles

Front both front sidelights dull.

Pass 4 Jul 2020 96,948 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2020 96,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall 50cm opening (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 90,917 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 90,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 78,638 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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AE12 APR is a 2015 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 53,198 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 AE12 APR, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE12 APR registered?

AE12 APR is a 2015 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 15 June 2015.

Is AE12 APR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE12 APR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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