2013 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0L Diesel · GF13 FSJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to minor consumable monitoring. The most recent test in February 2026 at 132,292 miles passed with only an advisory for a thinning nearside rear brake pad. This represents an improvement over the mid-2023 failure where the vehicle presented multiple mechanical and safety defects. While the car currently meets legal standards, the history indicates a pattern of suspension and braking wear issues that require consistent attention. At 132,292 miles over 13 years, the Scirocco averages approximately 10,176 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical national averages for its age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, such as the 9,244 miles driven between February 2025 and February 2026, and another 7,078 miles between February 2024 and February 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally benefits the condition of the rubber components and mechanical seals. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension geometry and bushings, as the 2024 test flagged play in the offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint and the 2023 failure noted a damaged offside front suspension unit and height sensor issue. The braking system also shows signs of age, with pitted and scored discs noted in 2024 and thinning pads identified in 2026. A physical inspection of the brake calipers for binding and a check of the tyre sidewalls are essential to ensure the previously noted wear has not progressed into structural tyre failure.