2013 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0L Diesel · AL13 JAE
2013 Volkswagen Scirocco (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 87,445 miles. MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,445 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AL13 JAE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2026
- 87,445 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AL13 JAE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco (AL13 JAE) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.
AL13 JAE Mileage History
- 15/04/202477,100 mi
- 25/04/202583,501 mi+6,401 mi
- 26/04/202583,502 mi+1 mi
- 23/04/202687,444 mi+3,942 mi
- 23/04/202687,445 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,118 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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