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RV12 YMP

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 116,577 miles on the clock, averaging 6,834 miles per year, below 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 YMP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
116,577
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
100%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,834

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading116,577 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,272
Average per year6,834
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV12 YMP 40k59k78k97k117k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,577 miles
Since last MOT+5,272 miles
PASS
Mileage111,305 miles
Since last MOT+13,573 miles
PASS
Mileage97,732 miles
Since last MOT+12,282 miles
PASS
Mileage85,450 miles
Since last MOT+6,056 miles
PASS
Mileage79,394 miles
Since last MOT+3,872 miles
PASS
Mileage75,522 miles
Since last MOT+3,664 miles
PASS
Mileage71,858 miles
Since last MOT+4,905 miles
PASS
Mileage66,953 miles
Since last MOT+4,841 miles
PASS
Mileage62,112 miles
Since last MOT+5,926 miles
PASS
Mileage56,186 miles
Since last MOT+9,068 miles
PASS
Mileage47,118 miles
Since last MOT+7,521 miles
PASS
Mileage39,597 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 YMP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RV12 YMP

What car is RV12 YMP?

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

What is the mileage of RV12 YMP?

The last recorded mileage for RV12 YMP was 116,577 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV12 YMP passed its MOT?

RV12 YMP has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2026.

Is RV12 YMP ULEZ compliant?

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

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