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HA11 LAU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 68,651 miles on the clock, averaging 4,766 miles per year, well below 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 HA11 LAU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
68,651
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,766

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

Low mileage
Latest reading68,651 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,995
Average per year4,766
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HA11 LAU 21k33k45k57k69k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,651 miles
Since last MOT+6,995 miles
PASS
Mileage61,656 miles
Since last MOT+7,903 miles
PASS
Mileage53,753 miles
Since last MOT+7,099 miles
PASS
Mileage46,654 miles
Since last MOT+4,393 miles
PASS
Mileage42,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,261 miles
Since last MOT+3,519 miles
PASS
Mileage38,742 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,742 miles
Since last MOT+6,097 miles
PASS
Mileage32,645 miles
Since last MOT+4,534 miles
PASS
Mileage28,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,111 miles
Since last MOT+3,496 miles
PASS
Mileage24,615 miles
Since last MOT+3,800 miles
PASS
Mileage20,815 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
PASS
Mileage20,802 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

RegistrationHA11 LAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeHA — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About HA11 LAU

What car is HA11 LAU?

HA11 LAU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2012.

What is the mileage of HA11 LAU?

The last recorded mileage for HA11 LAU was 68,651 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HA11 LAU passed its MOT?

HA11 LAU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2025.

Is HA11 LAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HA11 LAU 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 HA11 LAU?

HA11 LAU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.