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LR12 UPT

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 134,661 miles on the clock, averaging 9,443 miles per year, above 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 UPT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
134,661
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,443

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading134,661 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year9,443
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR12 UPT 28k55k81k108k135k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,661 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,659 miles
Since last MOT+17,108 miles
PASS
Mileage117,551 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,550 miles
Since last MOT+12,775 miles
PASS
Mileage104,775 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,744 miles
Since last MOT+11,011 miles
PASS
Mileage93,733 miles
Since last MOT+1,744 miles
PASS
Mileage91,989 miles
Since last MOT+10,193 miles
PASS
Mileage81,796 miles
Since last MOT+8,086 miles
PASS
Mileage73,710 miles
Since last MOT+10,006 miles
PASS
Mileage63,704 miles
Since last MOT+15,894 miles
PASS
Mileage47,810 miles
Since last MOT+14,268 miles
PASS
Mileage33,542 miles
Since last MOT+5,247 miles
PASS
Mileage28,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,295 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 UPT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LR12 UPT

What car is LR12 UPT?

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

What is the mileage of LR12 UPT?

The last recorded mileage for LR12 UPT was 134,661 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR12 UPT passed its MOT?

LR12 UPT has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2026.

Is LR12 UPT ULEZ compliant?

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

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