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AF12 TPO

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

121,095 mi
Last recorded121,095 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 TPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 121,095 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Nov 2025 121,095 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 114,320 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))

rear axle has minor surface rust

Pass 16 Dec 2023 106,990 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Freshener from mirror. (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2023 106,990 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Freshener from mirror. (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high way too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 99,383 miles

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

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

Stone chips in windscreen

Fail 20 Dec 2022 99,383 miles

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

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

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

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

Stone chips in windscreen

Pass 17 Dec 2021 91,626 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 81,515 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2020 81,515 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 73,273 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 63,609 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 63,607 miles

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

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

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 53,372 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 44,600 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 35,110 miles

Nail in Offside rear Tyre close to OUTER edge

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Tyres wearing unevenly , tread depth low on INNER edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 24,969 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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AF12 TPO is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AF12 TPO, 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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AF12 TPO is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 3 March 2012.

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