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SB12 EHR

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 95,659 miles on the clock, averaging 7,994 miles per year, around 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 EHR

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,659
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,994

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 reading95,659 miles
Reading date
Miles last year671
Average per year7,994
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB12 EHR 16k36k56k76k96k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,659 miles
Since last MOT+671 miles
PASS
Mileage94,988 miles
Since last MOT+861 miles
PASS
Mileage94,127 miles
Since last MOT+208 miles
PASS
Mileage93,919 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,871 miles
Since last MOT+14,876 miles
PASS
Mileage78,995 miles
Since last MOT+12,487 miles
PASS
Mileage66,508 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,508 miles
Since last MOT+13,488 miles
PASS
Mileage53,020 miles
Since last MOT+8,774 miles
PASS
Mileage44,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,906 miles
PASS
Mileage38,340 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,339 miles
Since last MOT+11,298 miles
PASS
Mileage27,041 miles
Since last MOT+11,415 miles
PASS
Mileage15,626 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 EHR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SB12 EHR

What car is SB12 EHR?

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

What is the mileage of SB12 EHR?

The last recorded mileage for SB12 EHR was 95,659 miles, recorded on 12 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB12 EHR passed its MOT?

SB12 EHR has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2025.

Is SB12 EHR ULEZ compliant?

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

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