Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1984cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 39,760 miles on the clock, averaging 1,978 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for MD05 MCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 39,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,612 |
| Average per year | 1,978 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MD05 MCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MD05 MCL
What car is MD05 MCL?
MD05 MCL is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.
What is the mileage of MD05 MCL?
The last recorded mileage for MD05 MCL was 39,760 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD05 MCL passed its MOT?
MD05 MCL has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is MD05 MCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD05 MCL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MD05 MCL?
MD05 MCL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.