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DG12 LKN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 152,363 miles on the clock, averaging 11,267 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 DG12 LKN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
152,363
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,267

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 reading152,363 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,030
Average per year11,267
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DG12 LKN 31k61k92k122k152k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,363 miles
Since last MOT+9,030 miles
PASS
Mileage143,333 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,330 miles
Since last MOT+14,884 miles
PASS
Mileage128,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,446 miles
Since last MOT+13,327 miles
PASS
Mileage115,119 miles
Since last MOT+11,788 miles
PASS
Mileage103,331 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,331 miles
Since last MOT+11,590 miles
PASS
Mileage91,741 miles
Since last MOT+15,484 miles
PASS
Mileage76,257 miles
Since last MOT+12,829 miles
PASS
Mileage63,428 miles
Since last MOT+9,616 miles
PASS
Mileage53,812 miles
Since last MOT+9,622 miles
PASS
Mileage44,190 miles
Since last MOT+13,203 miles
PASS
Mileage30,987 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

RegistrationDG12 LKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About DG12 LKN

What car is DG12 LKN?

DG12 LKN is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.

What is the mileage of DG12 LKN?

The last recorded mileage for DG12 LKN was 152,363 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG12 LKN passed its MOT?

DG12 LKN has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2026.

Is DG12 LKN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG12 LKN 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 DG12 LKN?

DG12 LKN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.