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KU12 BDO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 109,559 miles on the clock, averaging 7,118 miles per year, 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 KU12 BDO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
109,559
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,118

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading109,559 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,541
Average per year7,118
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KU12 BDO 33k52k71k90k110k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,559 miles
Since last MOT+3,541 miles
PASS
Mileage106,018 miles
Since last MOT+4,036 miles
PASS
Mileage101,982 miles
Since last MOT+4,483 miles
PASS
Mileage97,499 miles
Since last MOT+4,175 miles
PASS
Mileage93,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,324 miles
Since last MOT+12,554 miles
PASS
Mileage80,770 miles
Since last MOT+8,423 miles
PASS
Mileage72,347 miles
Since last MOT+8,069 miles
PASS
Mileage64,278 miles
Since last MOT+8,156 miles
PASS
Mileage56,122 miles
Since last MOT+8,290 miles
PASS
Mileage47,832 miles
Since last MOT+8,035 miles
PASS
Mileage39,797 miles
Since last MOT+6,771 miles
PASS
Mileage33,026 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

RegistrationKU12 BDO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKU — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About KU12 BDO

What car is KU12 BDO?

KU12 BDO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KU12 BDO?

The last recorded mileage for KU12 BDO was 109,559 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KU12 BDO passed its MOT?

KU12 BDO has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.

Is KU12 BDO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KU12 BDO 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 KU12 BDO?

KU12 BDO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.