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VA61 FGF

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

80,599 mi
Last recorded80,599 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA61 FGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 80,599 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 80,599 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 73,590 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 73,590 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 68,280 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 62,827 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 62,827 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 56,901 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 56,898 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2020 51,159 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 51,157 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2019 48,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 44,192 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2017 41,413 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 36,854 miles

Nearside windscreen has scoring damage caused by a wiper blade

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 26,809 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 26,809 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)

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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VA61 FGF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VA61 FGF, 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 VA61 FGF registered?

VA61 FGF is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is VA61 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA61 FGF shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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