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SA12 EHB

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 96,244 miles on the clock, averaging 12,387 miles per year, above 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 SA12 EHB

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,244
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2015
50%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
12,387

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading96,244 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,387
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SA12 EHB 84k87k90k93k96k '15'16'16

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,244 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,244 miles
Since last MOT+12,584 miles
PASS
Mileage83,660 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,658 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

RegistrationSA12 EHB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SA12 EHB

What car is SA12 EHB?

SA12 EHB is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SA12 EHB?

The last recorded mileage for SA12 EHB was 96,244 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA12 EHB passed its MOT?

SA12 EHB has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2016.

Is SA12 EHB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA12 EHB 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 SA12 EHB?

SA12 EHB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.