Vehicle summary
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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 35,186 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 RF12 HUO
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Full MOT Test History 1 test 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF12 HUO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About RF12 HUO
What car is RF12 HUO?
RF12 HUO is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RF12 HUO?
The last recorded mileage for RF12 HUO was 35,186 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF12 HUO passed its MOT?
RF12 HUO has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2015.
Is RF12 HUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF12 HUO 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 RF12 HUO?
RF12 HUO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.