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GL12 OPM

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1197cc

Grey Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1197cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1197cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 33,527 miles on the clock, averaging 4,734 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for GL12 OPM

MOT Status
Due date passed
33,527
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2015
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
4,734

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

Low mileage
Latest reading33,527 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,479
Average per year4,734
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GL12 OPM 19k23k26k30k34k '15'18

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage33,527 miles
Since last MOT+14,479 miles
PASS
Mileage19,048 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 OPM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1197cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About GL12 OPM

What car is GL12 OPM?

GL12 OPM is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2012.

What is the mileage of GL12 OPM?

The last recorded mileage for GL12 OPM was 33,527 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL12 OPM passed its MOT?

GL12 OPM has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2018.

Is GL12 OPM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL12 OPM 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 GL12 OPM?

GL12 OPM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.