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DG12 WKS

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 136,189 miles on the clock, averaging 9,090 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 WKS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
136,189
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
9,090

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading136,189 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,090
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DG12 WKS 34k59k85k111k136k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,189 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,189 miles
Since last MOT+6,097 miles
PASS
Mileage130,092 miles
Since last MOT+5,786 miles
PASS
Mileage124,306 miles
Since last MOT+6,534 miles
PASS
Mileage117,772 miles
Since last MOT+6,262 miles
PASS
Mileage111,510 miles
Since last MOT+9,736 miles
PASS
Mileage101,774 miles
Since last MOT+7,733 miles
PASS
Mileage94,041 miles
Since last MOT+7,337 miles
PASS
Mileage86,704 miles
Since last MOT+14,907 miles
PASS
Mileage71,797 miles
Since last MOT+11,605 miles
PASS
Mileage60,192 miles
Since last MOT+15,753 miles
PASS
Mileage44,439 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,439 miles
Since last MOT+10,918 miles
PASS
Mileage33,521 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 WKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
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 WKS

What car is DG12 WKS?

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

What is the mileage of DG12 WKS?

The last recorded mileage for DG12 WKS was 136,189 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG12 WKS passed its MOT?

DG12 WKS has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2026.

Is DG12 WKS ULEZ compliant?

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

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