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RV12 YRM

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 119,267 miles on the clock, averaging 5,763 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 YRM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
119,267
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,763

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 reading119,267 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,822
Average per year5,763
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV12 YRM 56k72k87k103k119k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,267 miles
Since last MOT+4,822 miles
PASS
Mileage114,445 miles
Since last MOT+4,787 miles
PASS
Mileage109,658 miles
Since last MOT+4,885 miles
PASS
Mileage104,773 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,766 miles
Since last MOT+5,890 miles
PASS
Mileage98,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,876 miles
Since last MOT+7,353 miles
PASS
Mileage91,523 miles
Since last MOT+4,315 miles
PASS
Mileage87,208 miles
Since last MOT+5,782 miles
PASS
Mileage81,426 miles
Since last MOT+6,081 miles
PASS
Mileage75,345 miles
Since last MOT+6,587 miles
PASS
Mileage68,758 miles
Since last MOT+7,338 miles
PASS
Mileage61,420 miles
Since last MOT+5,821 miles
PASS
Mileage55,599 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 YRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RV12 YRM

What car is RV12 YRM?

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

What is the mileage of RV12 YRM?

The last recorded mileage for RV12 YRM was 119,267 miles, recorded on 9 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV12 YRM passed its MOT?

RV12 YRM has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2026.

Is RV12 YRM ULEZ compliant?

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

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