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AO12 OZC

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 164,641 miles on the clock, averaging 14,059 miles per year, above 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 AO12 OZC

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,641
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
14,059

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading164,641 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,319
Average per year14,059
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AO12 OZC 55k82k110k137k165k '15'23'19

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,641 miles
Since last MOT+11,319 miles
PASS
Mileage153,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,322 miles
Since last MOT+14,998 miles
PASS
Mileage138,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,324 miles
Since last MOT+13,509 miles
PASS
Mileage124,815 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,815 miles
Since last MOT+11,905 miles
PASS
Mileage112,910 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,904 miles
Since last MOT+18,186 miles
PASS
Mileage94,718 miles
Since last MOT+17,701 miles
PASS
Mileage77,017 miles
Since last MOT+9,855 miles
PASS
Mileage67,162 miles
Since last MOT+12,308 miles
PASS
Mileage54,854 miles

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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

RegistrationAO12 OZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About AO12 OZC

What car is AO12 OZC?

AO12 OZC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Norwich in 2012.

What is the mileage of AO12 OZC?

The last recorded mileage for AO12 OZC was 164,641 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO12 OZC passed its MOT?

AO12 OZC has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2023.

Is AO12 OZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO12 OZC 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 AO12 OZC?

AO12 OZC is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.