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CV12 OUJ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 154,863 miles on the clock, averaging 11,941 miles per year, above 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 CV12 OUJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,863
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,941

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,863 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,092
Average per year11,941
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV12 OUJ 31k62k93k124k155k '15'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,863 miles
Since last MOT+10,092 miles
PASS
Mileage144,771 miles
Since last MOT+7,868 miles
PASS
Mileage136,903 miles
Since last MOT+7,196 miles
PASS
Mileage129,707 miles
Since last MOT+16,856 miles
PASS
Mileage112,851 miles
Since last MOT+18,391 miles
PASS
Mileage94,460 miles
Since last MOT+23,198 miles
PASS
Mileage71,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,262 miles
Since last MOT+21,936 miles
PASS
Mileage49,326 miles
Since last MOT+2,731 miles
PASS
Mileage46,595 miles
Since last MOT+4,484 miles
PASS
Mileage42,111 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,105 miles
Since last MOT+10,067 miles
PASS
Mileage32,038 miles
Since last MOT+595 miles
PASS
Mileage31,443 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

RegistrationCV12 OUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About CV12 OUJ

What car is CV12 OUJ?

CV12 OUJ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Swansea in 2012.

What is the mileage of CV12 OUJ?

The last recorded mileage for CV12 OUJ was 154,863 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV12 OUJ passed its MOT?

CV12 OUJ has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2025.

Is CV12 OUJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV12 OUJ 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 CV12 OUJ?

CV12 OUJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.