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VE61 PPK

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

157,334 mi
Last recorded157,334 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 PPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 157,334 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 149,687 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 148,733 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 136,441 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2022 113,362 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 112,471 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2020 105,746 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 97,615 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 86,439 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 73,004 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 65,681 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 65,680 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 29 Dec 2014 58,157 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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VE61 PPK is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VE61 PPK, 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

How do I check the history of VE61 PPK?

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What year was VE61 PPK registered?

VE61 PPK is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is VE61 PPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 PPK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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