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SM61 OBT

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

153,181 mi
Last recorded153,181 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 OBT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 153,181 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 142,252 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 140,859 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2023
Pass 14 Jul 2022 87,383 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 86,128 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2020 58,333 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 54,685 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 47,223 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 47,126 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 42,080 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 32,435 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 24,139 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 OBT is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 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 SM61 OBT, 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

How do I check the history of SM61 OBT?

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What year was SM61 OBT registered?

SM61 OBT is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is SM61 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 OBT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM61 OBT have outstanding finance?

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