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YG12 GBX

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,820 mi
Last recorded127,820 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 GBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 127,820 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 125,711 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 118,390 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 118,010 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 81,763 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 71,541 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 59,692 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 46,487 miles

Diesel emissions to clean to record

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs rusty on surfaces (3.5.1g)

front brake discs surfaces rusty

nsr tyre low inner edge and out off shape

osr tyre low inner edge and out off shape

Pass 8 May 2015 34,333 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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YG12 GBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YG12 GBX, 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

How do I check the history of YG12 GBX?

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What year was YG12 GBX registered?

YG12 GBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is YG12 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 GBX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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