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FY12 HFW

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

145,999 mi
Last recorded145,999 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 HFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 145,999 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 137,416 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 126,947 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 126,947 miles

Nearside Front Electronic stability control component excessively damaged (7.12 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 113,585 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 103,991 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 103,991 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 92,908 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both OS and NS devoid of tread on extreme inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Both OS and NS slightly distorted on inner edges.

Pass 13 Jul 2020 87,849 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 76,644 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 71,156 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 56,363 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre deep in side wall

Offside Outer sill damaged

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2017 56,363 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Rear tyre deep in side wall

Offside Outer sill damaged

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2016 41,248 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 23,246 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 21,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FY12 HFW is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FY12 HFW, 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 FY12 HFW registered?

FY12 HFW is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is FY12 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 HFW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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