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SM61 GZF

2012 Volkswagen Cc

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,248 mi
Last recorded147,248 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Cc86,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 GZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCc
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 147,248 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 139,637 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 132,495 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 132,063 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 119,196 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 119,195 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust system insecure Centre sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 98,489 miles

exhaust sleeve deteriorated

Pass 23 Jul 2019 75,748 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 74,099 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 70,128 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 61,133 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre slight cut on outer sidewall

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Jul 2016 61,133 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre slight cut on outer sidewall

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 47,124 miles

front discs corroded on inner face

front wishbone rear bushes split

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Cc?

Based on 188,914 MOT tests across 20,008 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
8,258
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
20,008
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,466
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SM61 GZF is a 2012 Volkswagen Cc in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Cc models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 86,196 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 Cc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM61 GZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Cc typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Cc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM61 GZF registered?

SM61 GZF is a 2012 Volkswagen Cc, first registered on 30 January 2012.

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