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LO12 OZU

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 44,115 miles on the clock, averaging 1,144 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 OZU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
44,115
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
1,144

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 reading44,115 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,539
Average per year1,144
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO12 OZU 31k35k38k41k44k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage44,115 miles
Since last MOT+1,539 miles
PASS
Mileage42,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,852 miles
PASS
Mileage40,724 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,724 miles
Since last MOT+1,746 miles
PASS
Mileage38,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,978 miles
Since last MOT+1,465 miles
PASS
Mileage37,513 miles
Since last MOT+1,608 miles
PASS
Mileage35,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,905 miles
Since last MOT+1,075 miles
PASS
Mileage34,830 miles
Since last MOT+802 miles
PASS
Mileage34,028 miles
Since last MOT+888 miles
PASS
Mileage33,140 miles
Since last MOT+502 miles
PASS
Mileage32,638 miles
Since last MOT+66 miles
PASS
Mileage32,572 miles
Since last MOT+1,080 miles
PASS
Mileage31,492 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,424 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 OZU
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 OZU

What car is LO12 OZU?

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

What is the mileage of LO12 OZU?

The last recorded mileage for LO12 OZU was 44,115 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO12 OZU passed its MOT?

LO12 OZU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2026.

Is LO12 OZU ULEZ compliant?

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

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