Vehicle summary
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 119,074 miles on the clock, averaging 7,504 miles per year, around 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 CT12 BOO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,763 |
| Average per year | 7,504 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CT12 BOO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CT — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About CT12 BOO
What car is CT12 BOO?
CT12 BOO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2012.
What is the mileage of CT12 BOO?
The last recorded mileage for CT12 BOO was 119,074 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CT12 BOO passed its MOT?
CT12 BOO has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2026.
Is CT12 BOO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CT12 BOO 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 CT12 BOO?
CT12 BOO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.