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GL62 BDF

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

172,072 mi
Last recorded172,072 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 BDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 172,072 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 162,931 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 150,532 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 142,882 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 135,346 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 131,877 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 125,891 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 125,891 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 115,864 miles

Rear Rear brake pads getting low suggest replace Feb/March time. RS

Fail 26 Nov 2018 115,864 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps REPLACED BULB.RS (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear brake pads getting low suggest replace Feb/March time. RS

Pass 25 Nov 2017 104,860 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 91,073 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 74,421 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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GL62 BDF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue 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 GL62 BDF, 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 GL62 BDF registered?

GL62 BDF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is GL62 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 BDF 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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