Vehicle summary
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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 129,868 miles on the clock, averaging 9,080 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SD54 CKY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,868 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,651 |
| Average per year | 9,080 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD54 CKY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SD54 CKY
What car is SD54 CKY?
SD54 CKY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.
What is the mileage of SD54 CKY?
The last recorded mileage for SD54 CKY was 129,868 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD54 CKY passed its MOT?
SD54 CKY has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is SD54 CKY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD54 CKY 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 SD54 CKY?
SD54 CKY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.