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R7 TXD

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

126,116 mi
Last recorded126,116 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 TXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 126,116 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Undertray insecure not dangerous

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

Fail 5 Jan 2026 126,017 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Undertray insecure not dangerous

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 117,995 miles

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 117,995 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 108,853 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2023 108,639 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 98,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread on 2mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 98,822 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread on 2mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front daytime running light not working

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 90,166 miles

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

wear on discs

Pass 29 Jun 2019 81,204 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside & nearside Wearing on edges & close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener removed

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 67,668 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)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 59,578 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2015 42,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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R7 TXD 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 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R7 TXD, 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 R7 TXD registered?

R7 TXD is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 19 July 2012.

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