2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.4L Petrol · ES62 EJS
2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 130,882 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,882 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ES62 EJS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2026
- 130,882 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ES62 EJS 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 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (ES62 EJS) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
ES62 EJS Mileage History
- 01/07/2023110,147 mi
- 01/07/2023110,147 mi
- 20/07/2024116,450 mi+6,303 mi
- 19/07/2025121,044 mi+4,594 mi
- 25/07/2026130,882 mi+9,838 mi
Average of roughly 6,761 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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