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SM61 MYF

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,863 mi
Last recorded127,863 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 MYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 127,863 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 123,361 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and low to wear indicators (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

body covers fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Mar 2025 123,361 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and low to wear indicators (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

body covers fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Apr 2024 121,863 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine and body covers fitted attime of test

Fail 10 Apr 2024 121,863 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps flashing on-off (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

engine and body covers fitted attime of test

Pass 19 Apr 2023 115,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 108,001 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 102,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 96,076 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front door mirror slightly insecure

Pass 18 Apr 2019 92,295 miles

Front fog inop

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of those areas

Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,005 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 63,867 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 63,839 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 62,750 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 62,695 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 53,583 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 44,708 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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SM61 MYF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SM61 MYF, 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 SM61 MYF registered?

SM61 MYF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is SM61 MYF safe to buy?

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