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BT12 XNG

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,138 mi
Last recorded96,138 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 XNG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 96,138 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 94,653 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 92,425 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 90,838 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 89,343 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 89,343 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 86,653 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 83,482 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 81,842 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Jun 2018 79,462 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 72,056 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 72,056 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 55,702 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge.

rear tyres unevenly worn on inner edges.

Pass 24 Jun 2015 41,110 miles

rear tyres badly feathered

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 XNG is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BT12 XNG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT12 XNG registered?

BT12 XNG is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is BT12 XNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 XNG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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