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DK12 WGX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 215,221 miles on the clock, averaging 15,310 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 DK12 WGX

MOT Status
Due date passed
215,221
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2016
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
15,310

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 reading215,221 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,169
Average per year15,310
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DK12 WGX 70k106k143k179k215k '16'25'21

Check DK12 WGX

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage215,221 miles
Since last MOT+3,169 miles
PASS
Mileage212,052 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage212,052 miles
Since last MOT+7,062 miles
PASS
Mileage204,990 miles
Since last MOT+19,527 miles
PASS
Mileage185,463 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage185,463 miles
Since last MOT+22,311 miles
PASS
Mileage163,152 miles
Since last MOT+2,390 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,762 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,760 miles
Since last MOT+16,160 miles
PASS
Mileage144,600 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,600 miles
Since last MOT+132,331 miles
PASS
Mileage12,269 miles
PASS
Mileage104,838 miles
Since last MOT+15,211 miles
PASS
Mileage89,627 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,627 miles
Since last MOT+19,492 miles
PASS
Mileage70,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,135 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

RegistrationDK12 WGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeDK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About DK12 WGX

What car is DK12 WGX?

DK12 WGX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.

What is the mileage of DK12 WGX?

The last recorded mileage for DK12 WGX was 215,221 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DK12 WGX passed its MOT?

DK12 WGX has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2025.

Is DK12 WGX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK12 WGX 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 DK12 WGX?

DK12 WGX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.