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VA12 AYF

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

90,561 mi
Last recorded90,561 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 AYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 90,561 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2026 90,560 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 81,651 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight brake bind (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 72,342 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 72,165 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 62,042 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 60,381 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 59,543 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2022 59,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 53,514 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 48,373 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 39,810 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2 nails/screw

Pass 20 Mar 2018 35,790 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 26,658 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 23,852 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 19,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 19,102 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VA12 AYF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VA12 AYF, 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

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What year was VA12 AYF registered?

VA12 AYF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is VA12 AYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA12 AYF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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