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 Diesel 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 144,946 miles on the clock, averaging 7,700 miles per year, around 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 ND12 ADV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,946 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,861 |
| Average per year | 7,700 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ND12 ADV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ND — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About ND12 ADV
What car is ND12 ADV?
ND12 ADV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.
What is the mileage of ND12 ADV?
The last recorded mileage for ND12 ADV was 144,946 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND12 ADV passed its MOT?
ND12 ADV has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2026.
Is ND12 ADV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND12 ADV 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 ND12 ADV?
ND12 ADV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.