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VA12 UZL

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,530 mi
Last recorded81,530 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 UZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 81,530 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2026 81,502 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 74,007 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 68,011 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 63,683 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 58,594 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 58,565 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 53,364 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 44,806 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres slightly feathered on inner edges

Fail 20 Jun 2019 44,786 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres slightly feathered on inner edges

Pass 24 Apr 2018 37,494 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front wiper smears

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 24 Apr 2018 37,484 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front wiper smears

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Apr 2017 25,536 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 18,490 miles

impact damadge too both front tyres outer sidewalls

Fail 23 Nov 2015 18,490 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively areo19 (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aero 24 (8.2.2)

impact damadge too both front tyres outer sidewalls

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 UZL is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UZL, 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 VA12 UZL registered?

VA12 UZL is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 August 2012.

Is VA12 UZL safe to buy?

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