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LT03 BYE

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 85,007 miles on the clock, averaging 13,661 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 LT03 BYE

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,007
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2015
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
13,661

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading85,007 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,223
Average per year13,661
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT03 BYE 34k47k59k72k85k '15'19'17

Check LT03 BYE

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,007 miles
Since last MOT+6,223 miles
PASS
Mileage78,784 miles
Since last MOT+21,589 miles
PASS
Mileage57,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,195 miles
Since last MOT+19,223 miles
PASS
Mileage37,972 miles
Since last MOT+4,094 miles
PASS
Mileage33,878 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

RegistrationLT03 BYE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LT03 BYE

What car is LT03 BYE?

LT03 BYE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LT03 BYE?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 BYE was 85,007 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 BYE passed its MOT?

LT03 BYE has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Mar 2019.

Is LT03 BYE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT03 BYE 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 LT03 BYE?

LT03 BYE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.