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YG12 MKK

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

156,632 mi
Last recorded156,632 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 MKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 156,632 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 156,614 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 148,650 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 139,070 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 131,522 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 124,507 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 122,370 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 122,368 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 118,031 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 118,027 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 105,100 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 81,864 miles

Both rear tyres becoming distorted

Fail 17 Feb 2018 81,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall cut (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Both rear tyres becoming distorted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 63,002 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 63,002 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 49,414 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside mirror insecure

Pass 24 Feb 2015 33,969 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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YG12 MKK is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YG12 MKK, 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 YG12 MKK registered?

YG12 MKK is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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