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RV12 JWE

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 99,615 miles on the clock, averaging 7,268 miles per year, below 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 RV12 JWE

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,615
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
7,268

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,615 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,268
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV12 JWE 23k42k61k80k100k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,615 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,612 miles
Since last MOT+8,597 miles
PASS
Mileage91,015 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,013 miles
Since last MOT+11,796 miles
PASS
Mileage79,217 miles
Since last MOT+12,000 miles
PASS
Mileage67,217 miles
Since last MOT+9,967 miles
PASS
Mileage57,250 miles
Since last MOT+994 miles
PASS
Mileage56,256 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,256 miles
Since last MOT+5,501 miles
PASS
Mileage50,755 miles
Since last MOT+6,508 miles
PASS
Mileage44,247 miles
Since last MOT+6,467 miles
PASS
Mileage37,780 miles
Since last MOT+7,641 miles
PASS
Mileage30,139 miles
Since last MOT+608 miles
PASS
Mileage29,531 miles
Since last MOT+6,666 miles
PASS
Mileage22,865 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

RegistrationRV12 JWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RV12 JWE

What car is RV12 JWE?

RV12 JWE is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RV12 JWE?

The last recorded mileage for RV12 JWE was 99,615 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV12 JWE passed its MOT?

RV12 JWE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.

Is RV12 JWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV12 JWE 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 RV12 JWE?

RV12 JWE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.