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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 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 36,187 miles on the clock, averaging 2,166 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for DA51 MAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,187 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,166 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DA51 MAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DA51 MAM
What car is DA51 MAM?
DA51 MAM is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.
What is the mileage of DA51 MAM?
The last recorded mileage for DA51 MAM was 36,187 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA51 MAM passed its MOT?
DA51 MAM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is DA51 MAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA51 MAM 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 DA51 MAM?
DA51 MAM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.