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GU12 MXE

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

65,522 mi
Last recorded65,522 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 MXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 65,522 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 60,451 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 60,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall - 235/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 55,443 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 52,202 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 46,565 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 42,329 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 32,946 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 31,680 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 29,541 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 27,579 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 24,633 miles

DIESEL EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO OBTAIN RESULTS

Pass 29 Feb 2016 20,844 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 16,148 miles

Diesel emmisions too clean to get a reading

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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GU12 MXE is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GU12 MXE, 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 GU12 MXE registered?

GU12 MXE is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is GU12 MXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 MXE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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