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BP12 DUH

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 110,498 miles on the clock, averaging 5,934 miles per year, below 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 BP12 DUH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
110,498
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
5,934

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading110,498 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14
Average per year5,934
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BP12 DUH 49k65k80k95k110k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,498 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,484 miles
Since last MOT+12,709 miles
PASS
Mileage97,775 miles
Since last MOT+11,296 miles
PASS
Mileage86,479 miles
Since last MOT+13,816 miles
PASS
Mileage72,663 miles
Since last MOT+2,195 miles
PASS
Mileage70,468 miles
Since last MOT+1,898 miles
PASS
Mileage68,570 miles
Since last MOT+2,317 miles
PASS
Mileage66,253 miles
Since last MOT+3,021 miles
PASS
Mileage63,232 miles
Since last MOT+3,035 miles
PASS
Mileage60,197 miles
Since last MOT+3,538 miles
PASS
Mileage56,659 miles
Since last MOT+7,251 miles
PASS
Mileage49,408 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP12 DUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About BP12 DUH

What car is BP12 DUH?

BP12 DUH is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of BP12 DUH?

The last recorded mileage for BP12 DUH was 110,498 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP12 DUH passed its MOT?

BP12 DUH has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.

Is BP12 DUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP12 DUH 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 BP12 DUH?

BP12 DUH is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.