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VU61 RZM

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,046 mi
Last recorded102,046 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 RZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 102,046 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Nov 2025 102,032 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Nov 2024 97,368 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 91,009 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 87,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 82,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 78,715 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 75,300 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 74,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (kumho 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 71,672 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 68,602 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 68,602 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 66,704 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 59,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 41,917 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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VU61 RZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VU61 RZM, 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 VU61 RZM registered?

VU61 RZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 2 February 2012.

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