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AE12 HXY

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,357 mi
Last recorded83,357 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE12 HXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 83,357 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2023 83,357 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 82,699 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 76,174 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 76,174 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 74,062 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 68,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2019 68,105 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 62,114 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 62,111 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/40r18 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 52,664 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 43,219 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 31,810 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 HXY is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 HXY, 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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AE12 HXY is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 15 March 2012.

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