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SH12 ATY

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 62,734 miles on the clock, averaging 4,395 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 SH12 ATY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
62,734
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
4,395

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 reading62,734 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,083
Average per year4,395
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH12 ATY 14k26k38k51k63k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,734 miles
Since last MOT+5,083 miles
PASS
Mileage57,651 miles
Since last MOT+178 miles
PASS
Mileage57,473 miles
Since last MOT+6,067 miles
PASS
Mileage51,406 miles
Since last MOT+6,468 miles
PASS
Mileage44,938 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,938 miles
Since last MOT+2,595 miles
PASS
Mileage42,343 miles
Since last MOT+1,065 miles
PASS
Mileage41,278 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,277 miles
Since last MOT+2,763 miles
PASS
Mileage38,514 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,514 miles
Since last MOT+5,431 miles
PASS
Mileage33,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,083 miles
Since last MOT+2,772 miles
PASS
Mileage30,311 miles
Since last MOT+8,476 miles
PASS
Mileage21,835 miles
Since last MOT+7,616 miles
PASS
Mileage14,219 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

RegistrationSH12 ATY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SH12 ATY

What car is SH12 ATY?

SH12 ATY is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SH12 ATY?

The last recorded mileage for SH12 ATY was 62,734 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH12 ATY passed its MOT?

SH12 ATY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2026.

Is SH12 ATY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH12 ATY 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 ATY?

SH12 ATY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.