Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 81,533 miles on the clock, averaging 9,694 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RE12 UFL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,533 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,823 |
| Average per year | 9,694 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE12 UFL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About RE12 UFL
What car is RE12 UFL?
RE12 UFL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RE12 UFL?
The last recorded mileage for RE12 UFL was 81,533 miles, recorded on 21 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE12 UFL passed its MOT?
RE12 UFL has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 May 2020.
Is RE12 UFL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE12 UFL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RE12 UFL?
RE12 UFL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.