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ND12 PNL

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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 132,707 miles on the clock, averaging 9,817 miles per year, above 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 PNL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
132,707
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,817

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading132,707 miles
Reading date
Miles last year121
Average per year9,817
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ND12 PNL 25k52k79k106k133k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,707 miles
Since last MOT+121 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,586 miles
Since last MOT+4,270 miles
PASS
Mileage128,316 miles
Since last MOT+18,020 miles
PASS
Mileage110,296 miles
Since last MOT+15,581 miles
PASS
Mileage94,715 miles
Since last MOT+5,286 miles
PASS
Mileage89,429 miles
Since last MOT+6,234 miles
PASS
Mileage83,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,195 miles
Since last MOT+9,947 miles
PASS
Mileage73,248 miles
Since last MOT+12,974 miles
PASS
Mileage60,274 miles
Since last MOT+7,431 miles
PASS
Mileage52,843 miles
Since last MOT+10,447 miles
PASS
Mileage42,396 miles
Since last MOT+9,257 miles
PASS
Mileage33,139 miles
Since last MOT+7,802 miles
PASS
Mileage25,337 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

RegistrationND12 PNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeND — Newcastle, North
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About ND12 PNL

What car is ND12 PNL?

ND12 PNL is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.

What is the mileage of ND12 PNL?

The last recorded mileage for ND12 PNL was 132,707 miles, recorded on 6 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ND12 PNL passed its MOT?

ND12 PNL has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2026.

Is ND12 PNL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND12 PNL 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 PNL?

ND12 PNL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.