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RK12 OHV

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 136,334 miles on the clock, averaging 8,622 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. 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 RK12 OHV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
136,334
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
8,622

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 reading136,334 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,622
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RK12 OHV 43k66k90k113k136k '15'25'20

Check RK12 OHV

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,334 miles
Since last MOT+11,541 miles
PASS
Mileage124,793 miles
Since last MOT+6,955 miles
PASS
Mileage117,838 miles
Since last MOT+8,257 miles
PASS
Mileage109,581 miles
Since last MOT+10,626 miles
PASS
Mileage98,955 miles
Since last MOT+8,269 miles
PASS
Mileage90,686 miles
Since last MOT+10,834 miles
PASS
Mileage79,852 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,852 miles
Since last MOT+8,416 miles
PASS
Mileage71,436 miles
Since last MOT+7,842 miles
PASS
Mileage63,594 miles
Since last MOT+7,518 miles
PASS
Mileage56,076 miles
Since last MOT+6,592 miles
PASS
Mileage49,484 miles
Since last MOT+6,587 miles
PASS
Mileage42,897 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK12 OHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRK — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RK12 OHV

What car is RK12 OHV?

RK12 OHV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RK12 OHV?

The last recorded mileage for RK12 OHV was 136,334 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK12 OHV passed its MOT?

RK12 OHV has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2025.

Is RK12 OHV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK12 OHV 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 RK12 OHV?

RK12 OHV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.