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YC62 VDJ

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

144,858 mi
Last recorded144,858 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 VDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 144,858 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 144,858 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 138,497 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 130,779 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 130,771 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2023 118,749 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 118,748 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 106,303 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 94,590 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 80,849 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 80,849 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 68,911 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 63,329 miles

NO READING ON SMOKE TEST

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 53,893 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 43,517 miles

both rear tyres out of shape on inner edges also show slight cracking up on tread

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat unable to check seat or seat belt

under tray fitted obscuring view to some suspension components

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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YC62 VDJ 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 73.3%.

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 YC62 VDJ, 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 YC62 VDJ registered?

YC62 VDJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is YC62 VDJ safe to buy?

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