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YF12 ZGN

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

152,766 mi
Last recorded152,766 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 ZGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 152,766 miles

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

front wish bone bushes worn

Pass 7 Nov 2024 147,167 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 138,115 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 124,257 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 124,257 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 105,792 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 105,593 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 90,900 miles

Tyre slightly damaged Both rear tyres mishaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 90,900 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged Both rear tyres mishaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 61,633 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 43,417 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 43,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2017 36,554 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 30,223 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 23,469 miles

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

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

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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YF12 ZGN is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue 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 YF12 ZGN, 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 YF12 ZGN registered?

YF12 ZGN is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is YF12 ZGN safe to buy?

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