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W88 DGW

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,733 mi
Last recorded147,733 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW88 DGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 147,733 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 138,813 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 132,303 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 125,042 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 112,315 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 112,315 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 104,466 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 99,146 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2019 99,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/35zr/19 91w (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 88,434 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre worn close to wear indicators

Pass 15 Aug 2017 77,172 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 75,035 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 75,035 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 58,071 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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W88 DGW is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 W88 DGW, 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 W88 DGW registered?

W88 DGW is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is W88 DGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W88 DGW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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