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 Petrol 1388cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 87,020 miles on the clock, averaging 20,092 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 MVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 87,020 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,847 |
| Average per year | 20,092 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HT12 MVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About HT12 MVC
What car is HT12 MVC?
HT12 MVC is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2012.
What is the mileage of HT12 MVC?
The last recorded mileage for HT12 MVC was 87,020 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HT12 MVC passed its MOT?
HT12 MVC has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is HT12 MVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT12 MVC 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 MVC?
HT12 MVC is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.