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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 77,989 miles on the clock, averaging 17,001 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 SH12 ASX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 77,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | SH12 ASX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SH12 ASX
What car is SH12 ASX?
SH12 ASX is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.
What is the mileage of SH12 ASX?
The last recorded mileage for SH12 ASX was 77,989 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH12 ASX passed its MOT?
SH12 ASX has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Apr 2016.
Is SH12 ASX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH12 ASX 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 SH12 ASX?
SH12 ASX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.