2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0L Diesel · S19 TAN
2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 68,367 miles. MOT valid until 01 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,367 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S19 TAN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 68,367 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S19 TAN 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 (S19 TAN) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
S19 TAN Mileage History
- 25/02/202249,364 mi
- 27/02/202355,055 mi+5,691 mi
- 14/02/202459,686 mi+4,631 mi
- 19/02/202563,592 mi+3,906 mi
- 25/02/202668,367 mi+4,775 mi
Average of roughly 4,751 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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