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DF61 HXH

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,057 mi
Last recorded83,057 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF61 HXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 83,057 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 15 Oct 2025 83,057 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 78,966 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 78,962 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 74,744 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 May 2022 67,981 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2021 60,389 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 60,388 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 56,151 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

full under trays fitted ltd inspection

Pass 30 Mar 2019 50,228 miles

No acceleration detected due to low emissions

Pass 28 Dec 2018 49,747 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear coil springs corroded.

Fail 27 Dec 2018 49,745 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

both rear coil springs corroded.

Pass 10 Jan 2018 45,280 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 38,057 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 33,585 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 29,092 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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DF61 HXH is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF61 HXH, 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 DF61 HXH registered?

DF61 HXH is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 20 January 2012.

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