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FH12 YHR

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,726 mi
Last recorded142,726 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 YHR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 142,726 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 135,637 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 120,146 miles

emissions not detected

Fail 15 Mar 2023 120,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

emissions not detected

Pass 28 Feb 2022 111,871 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear brakes require service or repair

Fail 28 Feb 2022 111,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear brakes require service or repair

Pass 3 Mar 2021 101,755 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Rear brake can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

Pass 25 Feb 2020 93,876 miles

Front brake pads appear to be worn low, further investigation recommended

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

Pass 26 Feb 2019 82,332 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 72,692 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 63,348 miles

Both front discs slightly lipped and corroded

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some items

nearside rear wheel buckled

offside front wheel buckled

Pass 11 Jul 2016 56,840 miles

Rear rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 7 Jul 2015 42,153 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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FH12 YHR is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FH12 YHR, 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 FH12 YHR registered?

FH12 YHR is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 29 July 2012.

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