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RJ12 UER

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 106,711 miles on the clock, averaging 8,085 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 RJ12 UER

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,711
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,085

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 reading106,711 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,085
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ12 UER 25k46k66k86k107k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,711 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,710 miles
Since last MOT+7,122 miles
PASS
Mileage99,588 miles
Since last MOT+9,249 miles
PASS
Mileage90,339 miles
Since last MOT+13,279 miles
PASS
Mileage77,060 miles
Since last MOT+6,521 miles
PASS
Mileage70,539 miles
Since last MOT+5,330 miles
PASS
Mileage65,209 miles
Since last MOT+5,815 miles
PASS
Mileage59,394 miles
Since last MOT+7,503 miles
PASS
Mileage51,891 miles
Since last MOT+9,569 miles
PASS
Mileage42,322 miles
Since last MOT+8,508 miles
PASS
Mileage33,814 miles
Since last MOT+8,547 miles
PASS
Mileage25,267 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

RegistrationRJ12 UER
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RJ12 UER

What car is RJ12 UER?

RJ12 UER is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RJ12 UER?

The last recorded mileage for RJ12 UER was 106,711 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ12 UER passed its MOT?

RJ12 UER has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Sep 2025.

Is RJ12 UER ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ12 UER 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 RJ12 UER?

RJ12 UER is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.