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AK12 GZL

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,499 mi
Last recorded124,499 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 GZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 124,499 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 111,612 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 94,837 miles

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

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2022 89,648 miles

front and rear suspension springs have surface corrosion

Fail 16 Nov 2022 89,648 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

front and rear suspension springs have surface corrosion

Pass 25 Oct 2021 85,008 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 78,944 miles

Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened OSF/NSF/OSR/NSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF/NSF REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 16 Oct 2019 73,452 miles

engine cover & under-trays fitted. obscuring some components

Pass 16 Oct 2018 67,918 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 56,141 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 37,003 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 28,922 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2015 13,638 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

other brake disc's corroded

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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AK12 GZL is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 AK12 GZL, 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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What year was AK12 GZL registered?

AK12 GZL is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 17 April 2012.

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