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NA12 DYM

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 108,308 miles on the clock, averaging 6,414 miles per year, below 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 NA12 DYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,308
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,414

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,308 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,414
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NA12 DYM 41k58k75k92k108k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,308 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,308 miles
Since last MOT+3,859 miles
PASS
Mileage104,449 miles
Since last MOT+3,329 miles
PASS
Mileage101,120 miles
Since last MOT+2,814 miles
PASS
Mileage98,306 miles
Since last MOT+3,583 miles
PASS
Mileage94,723 miles
Since last MOT+3,140 miles
PASS
Mileage91,583 miles
Since last MOT+6,589 miles
PASS
Mileage84,994 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,994 miles
Since last MOT+4,668 miles
PASS
Mileage80,326 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
PASS
Mileage70,183 miles
Since last MOT+13,828 miles
PASS
Mileage56,355 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,355 miles
Since last MOT+15,082 miles
PASS
Mileage41,273 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

RegistrationNA12 DYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeNA — Newcastle, North
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About NA12 DYM

What car is NA12 DYM?

NA12 DYM is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.

What is the mileage of NA12 DYM?

The last recorded mileage for NA12 DYM was 108,308 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NA12 DYM passed its MOT?

NA12 DYM has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2025.

Is NA12 DYM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NA12 DYM 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 NA12 DYM?

NA12 DYM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.