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BN12 RYT

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 143,028 miles on the clock, averaging 2,382 miles per year, well 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 BN12 RYT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
143,028
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
2,382

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading143,028 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,878
Average per year2,382
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN12 RYT 117k123k130k136k143k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,028 miles
Since last MOT+3,878 miles
PASS
Mileage139,150 miles
Since last MOT+2,296 miles
PASS
Mileage136,854 miles
Since last MOT+1,142 miles
PASS
Mileage135,712 miles
Since last MOT+1,907 miles
PASS
Mileage133,805 miles
Since last MOT+471 miles
PASS
Mileage133,334 miles
Since last MOT+3,171 miles
PASS
Mileage130,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,163 miles
Since last MOT+1,864 miles
PASS
Mileage128,299 miles
Since last MOT+3,439 miles
PASS
Mileage124,860 miles
Since last MOT+3,757 miles
PASS
Mileage121,103 miles
Since last MOT+4,358 miles
PASS
Mileage116,745 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

RegistrationBN12 RYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About BN12 RYT

What car is BN12 RYT?

BN12 RYT is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of BN12 RYT?

The last recorded mileage for BN12 RYT was 143,028 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN12 RYT passed its MOT?

BN12 RYT has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jun 2026.

Is BN12 RYT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN12 RYT 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 RYT?

BN12 RYT is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.