Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 177,516 miles on the clock, averaging 10,982 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for AC51 WOO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,516 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,489 |
| Average per year | 10,982 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AC51 WOO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AC — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AC51 WOO
What car is AC51 WOO?
AC51 WOO is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.
What is the mileage of AC51 WOO?
The last recorded mileage for AC51 WOO was 177,516 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AC51 WOO passed its MOT?
AC51 WOO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.
Is AC51 WOO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AC51 WOO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AC51 WOO?
AC51 WOO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.