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SD12 THU

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 158,271 miles on the clock, averaging 9,010 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 SD12 THU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
158,271
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2015
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,010

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 reading158,271 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year9,010
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SD12 THU 59k84k108k133k158k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,271 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,268 miles
Since last MOT+4,025 miles
PASS
Mileage154,243 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,243 miles
Since last MOT+7,074 miles
PASS
Mileage147,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,169 miles
Since last MOT+7,014 miles
PASS
Mileage140,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,155 miles
Since last MOT+9,202 miles
PASS
Mileage130,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,953 miles
Since last MOT+9,322 miles
PASS
Mileage121,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,631 miles
Since last MOT+10,611 miles
PASS
Mileage111,020 miles
Since last MOT+34,032 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,988 miles
PASS
Mileage102,603 miles
Since last MOT+11,332 miles
PASS
Mileage91,271 miles
Since last MOT+11,432 miles
PASS
Mileage79,839 miles
Since last MOT+11,689 miles
PASS
Mileage68,150 miles
Since last MOT+9,515 miles
PASS
Mileage58,635 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

RegistrationSD12 THU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SD12 THU

What car is SD12 THU?

SD12 THU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SD12 THU?

The last recorded mileage for SD12 THU was 158,271 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD12 THU passed its MOT?

SD12 THU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2026.

Is SD12 THU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD12 THU 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 SD12 THU?

SD12 THU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.