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LO12 OZL

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 139,045 miles on the clock, averaging 9,631 miles per year, above 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 LO12 OZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,045
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,631

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,045 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,631
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO12 OZL 52k74k96k117k139k '15'24'21

Check LO12 OZL

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,045 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,044 miles
Since last MOT+5,591 miles
PASS
Mileage133,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,453 miles
Since last MOT+8,549 miles
PASS
Mileage124,904 miles
Since last MOT+383 miles
PASS
Mileage124,521 miles
Since last MOT+6,932 miles
PASS
Mileage117,589 miles
Since last MOT+12,147 miles
PASS
Mileage105,442 miles
Since last MOT+17,233 miles
PASS
Mileage88,209 miles
Since last MOT+17,100 miles
PASS
Mileage71,109 miles
Since last MOT+19,005 miles
PASS
Mileage52,104 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

RegistrationLO12 OZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLO — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LO12 OZL

What car is LO12 OZL?

LO12 OZL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LO12 OZL?

The last recorded mileage for LO12 OZL was 139,045 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO12 OZL passed its MOT?

LO12 OZL has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2024.

Is LO12 OZL ULEZ compliant?

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

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