Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 83,959 miles on the clock, averaging 16,044 miles per year, above 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 RE12 YOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 83,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,251 |
| Average per year | 16,044 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE12 YOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About RE12 YOW
What car is RE12 YOW?
RE12 YOW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RE12 YOW?
The last recorded mileage for RE12 YOW was 83,959 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE12 YOW passed its MOT?
RE12 YOW has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Mar 2017.
Is RE12 YOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE12 YOW 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 RE12 YOW?
RE12 YOW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.