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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 96,123 miles on the clock, averaging 7,039 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for AF12 UXG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,123 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 49 |
| Average per year | 7,039 |
| 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AF12 UXG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About AF12 UXG
What car is AF12 UXG?
AF12 UXG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.
What is the mileage of AF12 UXG?
The last recorded mileage for AF12 UXG was 96,123 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF12 UXG passed its MOT?
AF12 UXG has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2025.
Is AF12 UXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF12 UXG 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 AF12 UXG?
AF12 UXG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.