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LO12 DUU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 37,828 miles on the clock, averaging 1,781 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 LO12 DUU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
37,828
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
1,781

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 reading37,828 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,862
Average per year1,781
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO12 DUU 19k24k28k33k38k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage37,828 miles
Since last MOT+5,862 miles
PASS
Mileage31,966 miles
Since last MOT+4,987 miles
PASS
Mileage26,979 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,979 miles
Since last MOT+757 miles
PASS
Mileage26,222 miles
Since last MOT+2,293 miles
PASS
Mileage23,929 miles
Since last MOT+519 miles
PASS
Mileage23,410 miles
Since last MOT+766 miles
PASS
Mileage22,644 miles
Since last MOT+998 miles
PASS
Mileage21,646 miles
Since last MOT+946 miles
PASS
Mileage20,700 miles
Since last MOT+959 miles
PASS
Mileage19,741 miles
Since last MOT+975 miles
PASS
Mileage18,766 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

RegistrationLO12 DUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLO — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LO12 DUU

What car is LO12 DUU?

LO12 DUU is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LO12 DUU?

The last recorded mileage for LO12 DUU was 37,828 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO12 DUU passed its MOT?

LO12 DUU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.

Is LO12 DUU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO12 DUU 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 LO12 DUU?

LO12 DUU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.