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V16 SSR

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,551 mi
Last recorded50,551 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV16 SSR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 50,551 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 46,096 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 41,685 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 35,765 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded AT BASE (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded AT BASE AND TOP (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 33,180 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 30,641 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 30,641 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 24,425 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 22,430 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 18,142 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2016 16,367 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres on 3mm ....1.4mm usable tread left (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 12,212 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 8,236 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 8,236 miles

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

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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V16 SSR is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V16 SSR, 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 V16 SSR registered?

V16 SSR is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 21 January 2012.

Is V16 SSR safe to buy?

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