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DC12 KMG

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 80,349 miles on the clock, averaging 5,687 miles per year, below 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 DC12 KMG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
80,349
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,687

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

Below average
Latest reading80,349 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year5,687
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DC12 KMG 21k36k51k65k80k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,349 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,345 miles
Since last MOT+9,558 miles
PASS
Mileage70,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,787 miles
Since last MOT+7,046 miles
PASS
Mileage63,741 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,729 miles
Since last MOT+8,901 miles
PASS
Mileage54,828 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,828 miles
Since last MOT+6,111 miles
PASS
Mileage48,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,717 miles
Since last MOT+3,972 miles
PASS
Mileage44,745 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,744 miles
Since last MOT+2,524 miles
PASS
Mileage42,220 miles
Since last MOT+4,683 miles
PASS
Mileage37,537 miles
Since last MOT+6,344 miles
PASS
Mileage31,193 miles
Since last MOT+5,428 miles
PASS
Mileage25,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,994 miles
PASS
Mileage20,771 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
PASS
Mileage20,757 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC12 KMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeDC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About DC12 KMG

What car is DC12 KMG?

DC12 KMG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.

What is the mileage of DC12 KMG?

The last recorded mileage for DC12 KMG was 80,349 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DC12 KMG passed its MOT?

DC12 KMG has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.

Is DC12 KMG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC12 KMG 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 DC12 KMG?

DC12 KMG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.