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RK12 VVP

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 124,569 miles on the clock, averaging 7,856 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 VVP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
124,569
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,856

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,569 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,942
Average per year7,856
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RK12 VVP 39k60k82k103k125k '15'26'20

Check RK12 VVP

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,569 miles
Since last MOT+4,942 miles
PASS
Mileage119,627 miles
Since last MOT+3,058 miles
PASS
Mileage116,569 miles
Since last MOT+6,602 miles
PASS
Mileage109,967 miles
Since last MOT+7,591 miles
PASS
Mileage102,376 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,371 miles
Since last MOT+8,454 miles
PASS
Mileage93,917 miles
Since last MOT+5,388 miles
PASS
Mileage88,529 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,529 miles
Since last MOT+8,999 miles
PASS
Mileage79,530 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,530 miles
Since last MOT+9,662 miles
PASS
Mileage69,868 miles
Since last MOT+9,438 miles
PASS
Mileage60,430 miles
Since last MOT+9,032 miles
PASS
Mileage51,398 miles
Since last MOT+12,794 miles
PASS
Mileage38,604 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 VVP
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 VVP

What car is RK12 VVP?

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

What is the mileage of RK12 VVP?

The last recorded mileage for RK12 VVP was 124,569 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK12 VVP passed its MOT?

RK12 VVP has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.

Is RK12 VVP ULEZ compliant?

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

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