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FY62 FWN

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

172,715 mi
Last recorded172,715 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 FWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 172,715 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2024 153,876 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2023 137,945 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2022 126,782 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 116,036 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 106,175 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 94,328 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 77,775 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 77,637 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 65,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 46,074 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 41,388 miles

rear brakes worn

Fail 24 Jul 2015 41,385 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes worn

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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FY62 FWN is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey 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 FY62 FWN, 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 FY62 FWN registered?

FY62 FWN is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is FY62 FWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 FWN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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