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HT12 MTF

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 127,065 miles on the clock, averaging 8,537 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 HT12 MTF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
127,065
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,537

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading127,065 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,718
Average per year8,537
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HT12 MTF 37k60k82k105k127k '15'25'21

Check HT12 MTF

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,065 miles
Since last MOT+5,718 miles
PASS
Mileage121,347 miles
Since last MOT+5,085 miles
PASS
Mileage116,262 miles
Since last MOT+3,240 miles
PASS
Mileage113,022 miles
Since last MOT+4,120 miles
PASS
Mileage108,902 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,873 miles
Since last MOT+8,579 miles
PASS
Mileage100,294 miles
Since last MOT+10,331 miles
PASS
Mileage89,963 miles
Since last MOT+9,020 miles
PASS
Mileage80,943 miles
Since last MOT+13,167 miles
PASS
Mileage67,776 miles
Since last MOT+15,229 miles
PASS
Mileage52,547 miles
Since last MOT+15,528 miles
PASS
Mileage37,019 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT12 MTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeHT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About HT12 MTF

What car is HT12 MTF?

HT12 MTF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2012.

What is the mileage of HT12 MTF?

The last recorded mileage for HT12 MTF was 127,065 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HT12 MTF passed its MOT?

HT12 MTF has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.

Is HT12 MTF ULEZ compliant?

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

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