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LR12 LDD

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 119,966 miles on the clock, averaging 7,026 miles per year, below 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 LR12 LDD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
119,966
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,026

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,966 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,026
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR12 LDD 45k64k82k101k120k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,966 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,966 miles
Since last MOT+2,233 miles
PASS
Mileage117,733 miles
Since last MOT+1,405 miles
PASS
Mileage116,328 miles
Since last MOT+2,073 miles
PASS
Mileage114,255 miles
Since last MOT+4,796 miles
PASS
Mileage109,459 miles
Since last MOT+1,988 miles
PASS
Mileage107,471 miles
Since last MOT+5,427 miles
PASS
Mileage102,044 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,044 miles
Since last MOT+12,879 miles
PASS
Mileage89,165 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,165 miles
Since last MOT+12,703 miles
PASS
Mileage76,462 miles
Since last MOT+12,121 miles
PASS
Mileage64,341 miles
Since last MOT+19,574 miles
PASS
Mileage44,767 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

RegistrationLR12 LDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LR12 LDD

What car is LR12 LDD?

LR12 LDD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LR12 LDD?

The last recorded mileage for LR12 LDD was 119,966 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR12 LDD passed its MOT?

LR12 LDD has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.

Is LR12 LDD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR12 LDD 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 LR12 LDD?

LR12 LDD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.