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LR12 LML

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 41,640 miles on the clock, averaging 2,244 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 LR12 LML

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
41,640
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
2,244

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading41,640 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,244
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR12 LML 18k24k30k36k42k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage41,640 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,640 miles
Since last MOT+1,548 miles
PASS
Mileage40,092 miles
Since last MOT+1,347 miles
PASS
Mileage38,745 miles
Since last MOT+2,231 miles
PASS
Mileage36,514 miles
Since last MOT+1,952 miles
PASS
Mileage34,562 miles
Since last MOT+1,869 miles
PASS
Mileage32,693 miles
Since last MOT+1,307 miles
PASS
Mileage31,386 miles
Since last MOT+2,338 miles
PASS
Mileage29,048 miles
Since last MOT+3,037 miles
PASS
Mileage26,011 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,010 miles
Since last MOT+4,809 miles
PASS
Mileage21,201 miles
Since last MOT+3,016 miles
PASS
Mileage18,185 miles
Since last MOT+590 miles
PASS
Mileage17,595 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

RegistrationLR12 LML
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LR12 LML

What car is LR12 LML?

LR12 LML is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LR12 LML?

The last recorded mileage for LR12 LML was 41,640 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR12 LML passed its MOT?

LR12 LML has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2025.

Is LR12 LML ULEZ compliant?

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

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