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HT12 MRO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1388cc

White Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1388cc
ColourWhite
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 1388cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 82,221 miles on the clock, averaging 18,804 miles per year, above 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 HT12 MRO

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,221
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2023
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
18,804

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading82,221 miles
Reading date
Average per year18,804
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HT12 MRO 36k48k59k71k82k '23'25'25

Check HT12 MRO

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,221 miles
Since last MOT+23,522 miles
PASS
Mileage58,699 miles
Since last MOT+22,246 miles
PASS
Mileage36,453 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

RegistrationHT12 MRO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1388cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeHT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About HT12 MRO

What car is HT12 MRO?

HT12 MRO is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2012.

What is the mileage of HT12 MRO?

The last recorded mileage for HT12 MRO was 82,221 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HT12 MRO passed its MOT?

HT12 MRO has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.

Is HT12 MRO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT12 MRO 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 HT12 MRO?

HT12 MRO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.