Vehicle summary
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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 133,374 miles on the clock, averaging 7,782 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for GU12 WEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 133,374 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,381 |
| Average per year | 7,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | GU12 WEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GU12 WEF
What car is GU12 WEF?
GU12 WEF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GU12 WEF?
The last recorded mileage for GU12 WEF was 133,374 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU12 WEF passed its MOT?
GU12 WEF has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2025.
Is GU12 WEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 WEF 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 GU12 WEF?
GU12 WEF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.