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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 129,539 miles on the clock, averaging 10,587 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 RK12 VMA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,539 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,587 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RK12 VMA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About RK12 VMA
What car is RK12 VMA?
RK12 VMA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RK12 VMA?
The last recorded mileage for RK12 VMA was 129,539 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK12 VMA passed its MOT?
RK12 VMA has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2024.
Is RK12 VMA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK12 VMA 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 RK12 VMA?
RK12 VMA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.