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NA12 XRP

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 123,402 miles on the clock, averaging 7,607 miles per year, around 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 NA12 XRP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,402
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,607

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,402 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,869
Average per year7,607
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NA12 XRP 42k62k83k103k123k '15'26'20

Check NA12 XRP

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,402 miles
Since last MOT+10,869 miles
PASS
Mileage112,533 miles
Since last MOT+10,672 miles
PASS
Mileage101,861 miles
Since last MOT+1,441 miles
PASS
Mileage100,420 miles
Since last MOT+1,806 miles
PASS
Mileage98,614 miles
Since last MOT+2,496 miles
PASS
Mileage96,118 miles
Since last MOT+2,972 miles
PASS
Mileage93,146 miles
Since last MOT+4,495 miles
PASS
Mileage88,651 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,648 miles
Since last MOT+22,939 miles
PASS
Mileage65,709 miles
Since last MOT+23,578 miles
PASS
Mileage42,131 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

RegistrationNA12 XRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeNA — Newcastle, North
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About NA12 XRP

What car is NA12 XRP?

NA12 XRP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.

What is the mileage of NA12 XRP?

The last recorded mileage for NA12 XRP was 123,402 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NA12 XRP passed its MOT?

NA12 XRP has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Feb 2026.

Is NA12 XRP ULEZ compliant?

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

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