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SE12 TFY

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 81,247 miles on the clock, averaging 4,813 miles per year, well below 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 SE12 TFY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
81,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,813

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,247 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,773
Average per year4,813
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SE12 TFY 28k41k55k68k81k '15'26'20

Check SE12 TFY

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,247 miles
Since last MOT+2,773 miles
PASS
Mileage78,474 miles
Since last MOT+4,983 miles
PASS
Mileage73,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,491 miles
Since last MOT+5,426 miles
PASS
Mileage68,065 miles
Since last MOT+4,758 miles
PASS
Mileage63,307 miles
Since last MOT+3,837 miles
PASS
Mileage59,470 miles
Since last MOT+1,779 miles
PASS
Mileage57,691 miles
Since last MOT+3,345 miles
PASS
Mileage54,346 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,344 miles
Since last MOT+5,568 miles
PASS
Mileage48,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,776 miles
Since last MOT+5,184 miles
PASS
Mileage43,592 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,592 miles
Since last MOT+5,755 miles
PASS
Mileage37,837 miles
Since last MOT+9,669 miles
PASS
Mileage28,168 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 TFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSE — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SE12 TFY

What car is SE12 TFY?

SE12 TFY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SE12 TFY?

The last recorded mileage for SE12 TFY was 81,247 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SE12 TFY passed its MOT?

SE12 TFY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.

Is SE12 TFY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE12 TFY 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 SE12 TFY?

SE12 TFY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.