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SB12 CEB

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 213,312 miles on the clock, averaging 12,485 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 SB12 CEB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
213,312
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
12,485

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 reading213,312 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,929
Average per year12,485
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB12 CEB 78k112k146k180k213k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage213,312 miles
Since last MOT+5,929 miles
PASS
Mileage207,383 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage207,383 miles
Since last MOT+4,729 miles
PASS
Mileage202,654 miles
Since last MOT+9,239 miles
PASS
Mileage193,415 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage193,415 miles
Since last MOT+11,939 miles
PASS
Mileage181,476 miles
Since last MOT+9,842 miles
PASS
Mileage171,634 miles
Since last MOT+8,784 miles
PASS
Mileage162,850 miles
Since last MOT+12,841 miles
PASS
Mileage150,009 miles
Since last MOT+13,794 miles
PASS
Mileage136,215 miles
Since last MOT+10,293 miles
PASS
Mileage125,922 miles
Since last MOT+20,578 miles
PASS
Mileage105,344 miles
Since last MOT+26,883 miles
PASS
Mileage78,461 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

RegistrationSB12 CEB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SB12 CEB

What car is SB12 CEB?

SB12 CEB is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SB12 CEB?

The last recorded mileage for SB12 CEB was 213,312 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB12 CEB passed its MOT?

SB12 CEB has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2025.

Is SB12 CEB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB12 CEB 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 SB12 CEB?

SB12 CEB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.