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CA12 XBR

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Bronze Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBronze
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 103,364 miles on the clock, averaging 7,715 miles per year, around 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 CA12 XBR

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
103,364
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
7,715

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading103,364 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,164
Average per year7,715
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CA12 XBR 18k40k61k82k103k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,364 miles
Since last MOT+10,164 miles
PASS
Mileage93,200 miles
Since last MOT+8,294 miles
PASS
Mileage84,906 miles
Since last MOT+7,797 miles
PASS
Mileage77,109 miles
Since last MOT+8,572 miles
PASS
Mileage68,537 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,536 miles
Since last MOT+8,143 miles
PASS
Mileage60,393 miles
Since last MOT+7,781 miles
PASS
Mileage52,612 miles
Since last MOT+17,171 miles
PASS
Mileage35,441 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage30,611 miles
Since last MOT+6,181 miles
PASS
Mileage24,430 miles
Since last MOT+6,164 miles
PASS
Mileage18,266 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

RegistrationCA12 XBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About CA12 XBR

What car is CA12 XBR?

CA12 XBR is a bronze Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2012.

What is the mileage of CA12 XBR?

The last recorded mileage for CA12 XBR was 103,364 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA12 XBR passed its MOT?

CA12 XBR has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.

Is CA12 XBR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA12 XBR 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 CA12 XBR?

CA12 XBR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.