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YS61 URB

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

124,770 mi
Last recorded124,770 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco72,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 URB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 124,770 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 112,169 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 105,878 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 98,684 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 90,226 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 81,011 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 81,011 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 71,018 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 61,122 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 49,160 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' light scratches (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre cut in sidewall but not to cords

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of components underneath

Pass 5 Feb 2016 35,405 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres wearing low

n/s/f wiper blade split

windscreen marked

Pass 11 Feb 2015 23,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Feb 2015 23,260 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YS61 URB is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YS61 URB, 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 YS61 URB registered?

YS61 URB is a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 24 February 2012.

Is YS61 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS61 URB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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