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EO12 NLR

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1598cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 120,112 miles on the clock, averaging 6,833 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for EO12 NLR

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
120,112
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,833

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading120,112 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,857
Average per year6,833
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO12 NLR 46k64k83k102k120k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,112 miles
Since last MOT+1,857 miles
PASS
Mileage118,255 miles
Since last MOT+2,220 miles
PASS
Mileage116,035 miles
Since last MOT+2,691 miles
PASS
Mileage113,344 miles
Since last MOT+2,877 miles
PASS
Mileage110,467 miles
Since last MOT+2,426 miles
PASS
Mileage108,041 miles
Since last MOT+7,411 miles
PASS
Mileage100,630 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,630 miles
Since last MOT+13,726 miles
PASS
Mileage86,904 miles
Since last MOT+17,534 miles
PASS
Mileage69,370 miles
Since last MOT+71 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,299 miles
Since last MOT+6,315 miles
PASS
Mileage62,984 miles
Since last MOT+17,083 miles
PASS
Mileage45,901 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).

CCSA

Timing chain tensioner/guides

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO12 NLR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EO12 NLR

What car is EO12 NLR?

EO12 NLR is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EO12 NLR?

The last recorded mileage for EO12 NLR was 120,112 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO12 NLR passed its MOT?

EO12 NLR has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2026.

Is EO12 NLR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO12 NLR 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 EO12 NLR?

EO12 NLR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.