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PN12 NZS

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 110,745 miles on the clock, averaging 7,859 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 PN12 NZS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
110,745
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
7,859

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading110,745 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,964
Average per year7,859
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PN12 NZS 26k48k69k90k111k '15'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,745 miles
Since last MOT+4,964 miles
PASS
Mileage105,781 miles
Since last MOT+6,181 miles
PASS
Mileage99,600 miles
Since last MOT+7,498 miles
PASS
Mileage92,102 miles
Since last MOT+6,361 miles
PASS
Mileage85,741 miles
Since last MOT+5,802 miles
PASS
Mileage79,939 miles
Since last MOT+13,352 miles
PASS
Mileage66,587 miles
Since last MOT+10,536 miles
PASS
Mileage56,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,051 miles
Since last MOT+9,174 miles
PASS
Mileage46,877 miles
Since last MOT+9,344 miles
PASS
Mileage37,533 miles
Since last MOT+10,051 miles
PASS
Mileage27,482 miles
Since last MOT+1,030 miles
PASS
Mileage26,452 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,450 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

RegistrationPN12 NZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePN — Preston, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About PN12 NZS

What car is PN12 NZS?

PN12 NZS is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.

What is the mileage of PN12 NZS?

The last recorded mileage for PN12 NZS was 110,745 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PN12 NZS passed its MOT?

PN12 NZS has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.

Is PN12 NZS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PN12 NZS 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 PN12 NZS?

PN12 NZS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.