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DL12 XLZ

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

68,762 mi
Last recorded68,762 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL12 XLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 68,762 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both minor corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 58,868 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 48,804 miles

Offside headlamp has condensation

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 48,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside headlamp has condensation

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 44,561 miles

front & rear brake discs deteriorated

Pass 13 Jul 2021 41,158 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 37,383 miles

TPMS light on

Fail 8 Aug 2020 37,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

TPMS light on

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 34,495 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 27,373 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 27,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2017 21,168 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 13,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 7,692 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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DL12 XLZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DL12 XLZ, 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 DL12 XLZ registered?

DL12 XLZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 27 July 2012.

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