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BT12 OVW

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

134,566 mi
Last recorded134,566 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 OVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 134,566 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 131,279 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 128,633 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 125,920 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 125,907 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 122,816 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 119,420 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 108,443 miles

emissions too clean to register on DSM

Fail 10 May 2019 108,442 miles

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

emissions too clean to register on DSM

Pass 11 May 2018 93,550 miles

emissions too clean to register on DSM

Fail 11 May 2018 93,550 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

emissions too clean to register on DSM

Pass 10 May 2017 77,994 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 77,994 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 63,602 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 May 2015 45,860 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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BT12 OVW is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 BT12 OVW, 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 BT12 OVW registered?

BT12 OVW is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is BT12 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 OVW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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