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FR61 BOU

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,604 mi
Last recorded127,604 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR61 BOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 127,604 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 123,546 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 120,322 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratching to nearside of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 120,322 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratching to nearside of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 117,537 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 114,087 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 114,087 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 112,509 miles

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Jan 2020 111,149 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 105,495 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 105,495 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 98,154 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 88,538 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 72,323 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 53,912 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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FR61 BOU is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FR61 BOU, 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 FR61 BOU registered?

FR61 BOU is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is FR61 BOU safe to buy?

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