Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 85,578 miles on the clock, averaging 6,451 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for MT12 YLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,208 |
| Average per year | 6,451 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT12 YLF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About MT12 YLF
What car is MT12 YLF?
MT12 YLF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.
What is the mileage of MT12 YLF?
The last recorded mileage for MT12 YLF was 85,578 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT12 YLF passed its MOT?
MT12 YLF has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Aug 2026.
Is MT12 YLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT12 YLF 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 MT12 YLF?
MT12 YLF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.