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OL03 CAB

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 124,042 miles on the clock, averaging 8,491 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 OL03 CAB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
124,042
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,491

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,042 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,931
Average per year8,491
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OL03 CAB 29k53k77k100k124k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,042 miles
Since last MOT+3,931 miles
PASS
Mileage120,111 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,108 miles
Since last MOT+3,994 miles
PASS
Mileage116,114 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,114 miles
Since last MOT+3,789 miles
PASS
Mileage112,325 miles
Since last MOT+4,499 miles
PASS
Mileage107,826 miles
Since last MOT+4,632 miles
PASS
Mileage103,194 miles
Since last MOT+2,947 miles
PASS
Mileage100,247 miles
Since last MOT+10,390 miles
PASS
Mileage89,857 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,829 miles
Since last MOT+19,081 miles
PASS
Mileage70,748 miles
Since last MOT+18,996 miles
PASS
Mileage51,752 miles
Since last MOT+7,131 miles
PASS
Mileage44,621 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,621 miles
Since last MOT+15,167 miles
PASS
Mileage29,454 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

RegistrationOL03 CAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeOL — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OL03 CAB

What car is OL03 CAB?

OL03 CAB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2012.

What is the mileage of OL03 CAB?

The last recorded mileage for OL03 CAB was 124,042 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OL03 CAB passed its MOT?

OL03 CAB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.

Is OL03 CAB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OL03 CAB 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 OL03 CAB?

OL03 CAB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.