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CP03 TAY

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 72,392 miles on the clock, averaging 4,484 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for CP03 TAY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
72,392
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
4,484

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,392 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,894
Average per year4,484
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CP03 TAY 26k37k49k61k72k '15'25'21

Check CP03 TAY

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,392 miles
Since last MOT+3,894 miles
PASS
Mileage68,498 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,498 miles
Since last MOT+4,348 miles
PASS
Mileage64,150 miles
Since last MOT+5,228 miles
PASS
Mileage58,922 miles
Since last MOT+5,153 miles
PASS
Mileage53,769 miles
Since last MOT+4,497 miles
PASS
Mileage49,272 miles
Since last MOT+6,983 miles
PASS
Mileage42,289 miles
Since last MOT+4,754 miles
PASS
Mileage37,535 miles
Since last MOT+3,372 miles
PASS
Mileage34,163 miles
Since last MOT+3,993 miles
PASS
Mileage30,170 miles
Since last MOT+4,663 miles
PASS
Mileage25,507 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 TAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeCP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CP03 TAY

What car is CP03 TAY?

CP03 TAY is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Swansea in 2012.

What is the mileage of CP03 TAY?

The last recorded mileage for CP03 TAY was 72,392 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CP03 TAY passed its MOT?

CP03 TAY has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.

Is CP03 TAY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP03 TAY 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 CP03 TAY?

CP03 TAY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.