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VK12 UPY

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,254 mi
Last recorded175,254 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 UPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 175,254 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 161,513 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 152,502 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2023 142,265 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 133,012 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 110,665 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 97,135 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 85,968 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 64,699 miles

both rear tyres punctured & stepped on inner edge

Pass 22 Apr 2015 49,241 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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VK12 UPY is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK12 UPY, 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 VK12 UPY registered?

VK12 UPY is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is VK12 UPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 UPY shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK12 UPY have outstanding finance?

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