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PH12 PPS

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 52,218 miles on the clock, averaging 3,922 miles per year, well 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 PH12 PPS

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,218
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
3,922

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading52,218 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,922
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PH12 PPS 11k21k32k42k52k '15'25'20

Check PH12 PPS

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage52,218 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,218 miles
Since last MOT+4,164 miles
PASS
Mileage48,054 miles
Since last MOT+4,420 miles
PASS
Mileage43,634 miles
Since last MOT+4,321 miles
PASS
Mileage39,313 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,313 miles
Since last MOT+3,502 miles
PASS
Mileage35,811 miles
Since last MOT+5,537 miles
PASS
Mileage30,274 miles
Since last MOT+5,461 miles
PASS
Mileage24,813 miles
Since last MOT+3,502 miles
PASS
Mileage21,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,311 miles
Since last MOT+3,331 miles
PASS
Mileage17,980 miles
Since last MOT+3,278 miles
PASS
Mileage14,702 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,702 miles
Since last MOT+3,866 miles
PASS
Mileage10,836 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

RegistrationPH12 PPS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePH — Preston, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About PH12 PPS

What car is PH12 PPS?

PH12 PPS is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.

What is the mileage of PH12 PPS?

The last recorded mileage for PH12 PPS was 52,218 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PH12 PPS passed its MOT?

PH12 PPS has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.

Is PH12 PPS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PH12 PPS 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 PH12 PPS?

PH12 PPS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.