2010 Volkswagen Scirocco — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 41,648 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 74.8% was below the average for coupes & convertibles of a similar age (81.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 26.9% in the 150k+ group versus 12.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 14.8% | 6,178 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 12.0% | 4,987 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.6% | 3,180 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.2% | 2,990 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 3.5% | 1,474 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.2% | 1,338 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 2,957 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 1,952 |
| 3 | Ball joint dust cover | 1,920 |
| 4 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 1,902 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 1,696 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 1,543 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 33.7% | 14,019 |
| 2 | Tyres | 28.8% | 11,980 |
| 3 | Brakes | 22.2% | 9,238 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 9.9% | 4,141 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 8.2% | 3,393 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.4% | 2,649 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 229 | 12.2% |
| 30-60k | 2,505 | 18.4% |
| 60-90k | 9,969 | 23.8% |
| 90-120k | 14,590 | 25.8% |
| 120-150k | 9,365 | 27.1% |
| 150k+ | 4,977 | 26.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 23,874 | 26.3% |
| Petrol | 17,774 | 23.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,902 | 24.6% |
| 2022 | 8,671 | 24.4% |
| 2023 | 8,423 | 25.3% |
| 2024 | 8,120 | 26.2% |
| 2025 | 7,532 | 25.7% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Scirocco
Before buying a 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 14.8% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (14.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (12.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (7.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Volkswagen Sciroccos pass their MOT?
74.8% of the 41,648 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco?
Suspension, recorded in 14.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (12.0%).
Does the 2010 Scirocco get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.2% in the 0-30k band to 26.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 41,648 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.