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T8 MBF

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,327 mi
Last recorded100,327 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT8 MBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 100,327 miles

Undertrays Fitted not allowing full inspection of pipes etc

Vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 4 Apr 2025 98,062 miles

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

Front bonnet difficult to open.

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

On dashscreen diesel particulate filter light on and glow plug flushing light. Also, Tyre pressure light on.

On dashscreen saying check wear brake.

The rear exhaust heatshield insecure.

Fail 3 Apr 2025 98,061 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front bonnet difficult to open.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

On dashscreen diesel particulate filter light on and glow plug flushing light. Also, Tyre pressure light on.

On dashscreen saying check wear brake.

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

The rear exhaust heatshield insecure.

Pass 8 Mar 2024 95,057 miles

Front Windscreen mirror loose

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

Fail 7 Mar 2024 95,055 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen mirror loose

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 90,607 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 90,607 miles

Headlamp aim too low Adjusted at the time of the test (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 86,879 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 86,879 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 81,186 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 65,733 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 53,392 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 42,905 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 41,264 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 36,362 miles

Both rear tyres out of shape on the inner edges 235/45/17

Offside Front Outer Small clip not securing the boot but its not leaking

Pass 15 Jan 2015 28,182 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

d.p.f.fitted

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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T8 MBF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T8 MBF, 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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T8 MBF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 31 January 2012.

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