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GU12 MWO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 56,753 miles on the clock, averaging 3,932 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for GU12 MWO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
56,753
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,932

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading56,753 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,932
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU12 MWO 15k25k36k46k57k '15'25'21

Check GU12 MWO

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,753 miles
Since last MOT+3,378 miles
PASS
Mileage53,375 miles
Since last MOT+10,694 miles
PASS
Mileage42,681 miles
Since last MOT+4,285 miles
PASS
Mileage38,396 miles
Since last MOT+5,034 miles
PASS
Mileage33,362 miles
Since last MOT+2,601 miles
PASS
Mileage30,761 miles
Since last MOT+1,975 miles
PASS
Mileage28,786 miles
Since last MOT+2,800 miles
PASS
Mileage25,986 miles
Since last MOT+2,887 miles
PASS
Mileage23,099 miles
Since last MOT+2,933 miles
PASS
Mileage20,166 miles
Since last MOT+2,842 miles
PASS
Mileage17,324 miles
Since last MOT+2,780 miles
PASS
Mileage14,544 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 MWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About GU12 MWO

What car is GU12 MWO?

GU12 MWO is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.

What is the mileage of GU12 MWO?

The last recorded mileage for GU12 MWO was 56,753 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU12 MWO passed its MOT?

GU12 MWO has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Nov 2025.

Is GU12 MWO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 MWO 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 GU12 MWO?

GU12 MWO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.