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LT12 XLV

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 99,766 miles on the clock, averaging 6,508 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 LT12 XLV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
99,766
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,508

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,766 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,712
Average per year6,508
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT12 XLV 30k48k65k82k100k '15'25'20

Check LT12 XLV

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,766 miles
Since last MOT+8,712 miles
PASS
Mileage91,054 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,052 miles
Since last MOT+8,226 miles
PASS
Mileage82,826 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,816 miles
Since last MOT+4,507 miles
PASS
Mileage78,309 miles
Since last MOT+4,355 miles
PASS
Mileage73,954 miles
Since last MOT+4,470 miles
PASS
Mileage69,484 miles
Since last MOT+2,744 miles
PASS
Mileage66,740 miles
Since last MOT+5,382 miles
PASS
Mileage61,358 miles
Since last MOT+6,959 miles
PASS
Mileage54,399 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,398 miles
Since last MOT+6,474 miles
PASS
Mileage47,924 miles
Since last MOT+4,128 miles
PASS
Mileage43,796 miles
Since last MOT+13,692 miles
PASS
Mileage30,104 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

RegistrationLT12 XLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LT12 XLV

What car is LT12 XLV?

LT12 XLV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LT12 XLV?

The last recorded mileage for LT12 XLV was 99,766 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT12 XLV passed its MOT?

LT12 XLV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2025.

Is LT12 XLV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT12 XLV 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 LT12 XLV?

LT12 XLV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.