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GL12 OVS

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,654 mi
Last recorded60,654 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 OVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 60,654 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 60,654 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 52,289 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 46,489 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 42,959 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 38,229 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 35,994 miles

Undertrays and engine covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 31 Jul 2020 35,098 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 32,440 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 21,655 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 18,404 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 16,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre Cracking in Tread Area

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 13,159 miles

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

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

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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GL12 OVS is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GL12 OVS, 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 GL12 OVS registered?

GL12 OVS is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 11 July 2012.

Is GL12 OVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 OVS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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