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BL12 OLG

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 160,085 miles on the clock, averaging 13,519 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 BL12 OLG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
160,085
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
13,519

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,085 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22,074
Average per year13,519
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BL12 OLG 22k57k91k126k160k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,085 miles
Since last MOT+22,074 miles
PASS
Mileage138,011 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,011 miles
Since last MOT+20,664 miles
PASS
Mileage117,347 miles
Since last MOT+18,722 miles
PASS
Mileage98,625 miles
PASS
Mileage144,052 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,052 miles
Since last MOT+76,593 miles
PASS
Mileage67,459 miles
Since last MOT+1,773 miles
PASS
Mileage65,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,686 miles
Since last MOT+11,406 miles
PASS
Mileage54,280 miles
Since last MOT+8,586 miles
PASS
Mileage45,694 miles
Since last MOT+6,655 miles
PASS
Mileage39,039 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,039 miles
Since last MOT+5,683 miles
PASS
Mileage33,356 miles
Since last MOT+11,329 miles
PASS
Mileage22,027 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

RegistrationBL12 OLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About BL12 OLG

What car is BL12 OLG?

BL12 OLG is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of BL12 OLG?

The last recorded mileage for BL12 OLG was 160,085 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL12 OLG passed its MOT?

BL12 OLG has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2025.

Is BL12 OLG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL12 OLG 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 BL12 OLG?

BL12 OLG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.