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GL12 UWG

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,563 mi
Last recorded118,563 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 UWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 118,563 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 107,894 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH - foggy/faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 98,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slight oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slight oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 90,720 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 87,145 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 81,816 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 77,651 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 72,418 miles

Damage to windscreen outside of 'Zone A'

Under trays/covers fitted to vehicle obscuring view of some testable items

Pass 2 Aug 2018 63,247 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under trays/covers fitted obscuring view of some testable items

Pass 26 Jul 2017 53,631 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Jul 2016 40,361 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 40,361 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 26,234 miles

rear wiper blade torn

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 UWG is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel 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 UWG, 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 GL12 UWG registered?

GL12 UWG is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 30 July 2012.

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The MOT history for GL12 UWG 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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