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VE12 FSX

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

114,925 mi
Last recorded114,925 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 FSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 114,925 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 111,392 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 107,054 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 102,251 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 97,152 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 92,952 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted covering components

nearside rear tyre at 3/2mm tread

Pass 21 Nov 2018 86,126 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front wipers slight smear

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre 2 x screws in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

coolant and brake fluid levels low

service due light on dash

Fail 21 Nov 2018 86,126 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front wipers slight smear

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre 2 x screws in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

coolant and brake fluid levels low

service due light on dash

Pass 1 Nov 2017 60,863 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 44,283 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 32,775 miles

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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VE12 FSX is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VE12 FSX, 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 VE12 FSX registered?

VE12 FSX is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is VE12 FSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 FSX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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