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DF12 ECD

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

152,594 mi
Last recorded152,594 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 ECD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 152,594 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2024 152,594 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative light on dash reset (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 15 May 2023 139,913 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 128,227 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 May 2022 128,226 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NO WASHER FLUID (3.5 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2021 116,020 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2021 116,020 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 106,421 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 92,673 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 92,673 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 69,802 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 54,841 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 43,964 miles

rear tyres slightly out of shape inner sides

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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DF12 ECD is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DF12 ECD, 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 DF12 ECD registered?

DF12 ECD is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 25 July 2012.

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