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RV12 PGK

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 81,608 miles on the clock, averaging 8,847 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 RV12 PGK

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,608
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
8,847

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 reading81,608 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,108
Average per year8,847
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV12 PGK 53k60k67k75k82k '15'18'16

Check RV12 PGK

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,608 miles
Since last MOT+5,108 miles
PASS
Mileage76,500 miles
Since last MOT+9,499 miles
PASS
Mileage67,001 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,001 miles
Since last MOT+13,684 miles
PASS
Mileage53,317 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

RegistrationRV12 PGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RV12 PGK

What car is RV12 PGK?

RV12 PGK is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RV12 PGK?

The last recorded mileage for RV12 PGK was 81,608 miles, recorded on 14 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV12 PGK passed its MOT?

RV12 PGK has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 May 2018.

Is RV12 PGK ULEZ compliant?

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

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