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 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 115,245 miles on the clock, averaging 7,560 miles per year, around 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 BN12 RLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,741 |
| Average per year | 7,560 |
| 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 | BN12 RLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BN12 RLU
What car is BN12 RLU?
BN12 RLU is a purple Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BN12 RLU?
The last recorded mileage for BN12 RLU was 115,245 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN12 RLU passed its MOT?
BN12 RLU has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Jul 2026.
Is BN12 RLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN12 RLU 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 BN12 RLU?
BN12 RLU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.