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RF61 EHT

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,141 mi
Last recorded63,141 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF61 EHT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 63,141 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 60,938 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 60,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 57,296 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 55,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 50,364 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 46,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 44,870 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 40,954 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 31,674 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 27,252 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 19,489 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 19,488 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 17,242 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 17,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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RF61 EHT is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RF61 EHT, 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 RF61 EHT registered?

RF61 EHT is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is RF61 EHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF61 EHT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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