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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 Petrol 1984cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 66,910 miles on the clock, averaging 4,463 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BN12 YSS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,910 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,752 |
| Average per year | 4,463 |
| 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN12 YSS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BN12 YSS
What car is BN12 YSS?
BN12 YSS is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BN12 YSS?
The last recorded mileage for BN12 YSS was 66,910 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN12 YSS passed its MOT?
BN12 YSS has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.
Is BN12 YSS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN12 YSS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BN12 YSS?
BN12 YSS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.