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DE12 BCU

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,931 mi
Last recorded132,931 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 BCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 132,931 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 129,693 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 126,178 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 122,087 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 121,602 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 98,301 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 76,788 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 61,499 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 51,280 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 51,280 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 39,019 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 28,212 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 28,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DE12 BCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DE12 BCU, 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

How do I check the history of DE12 BCU?

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What year was DE12 BCU registered?

DE12 BCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is DE12 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 BCU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE12 BCU have outstanding finance?

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