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SH12 RWY

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 74,177 miles on the clock, averaging 5,272 miles per year, below 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 SH12 RWY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
74,177
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,272

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading74,177 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year5,272
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH12 RWY 16k30k45k60k74k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,177 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,174 miles
Since last MOT+3,609 miles
PASS
Mileage70,565 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,564 miles
Since last MOT+3,377 miles
PASS
Mileage67,187 miles
Since last MOT+3,624 miles
PASS
Mileage63,563 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,561 miles
Since last MOT+4,209 miles
PASS
Mileage59,352 miles
Since last MOT+6,503 miles
PASS
Mileage52,849 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,849 miles
Since last MOT+5,634 miles
PASS
Mileage47,215 miles
Since last MOT+5,786 miles
PASS
Mileage41,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,429 miles
Since last MOT+6,667 miles
PASS
Mileage34,762 miles
Since last MOT+6,632 miles
PASS
Mileage28,130 miles
Since last MOT+5,820 miles
PASS
Mileage22,310 miles
Since last MOT+6,711 miles
PASS
Mileage15,599 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,598 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

RegistrationSH12 RWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SH12 RWY

What car is SH12 RWY?

SH12 RWY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SH12 RWY?

The last recorded mileage for SH12 RWY was 74,177 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH12 RWY passed its MOT?

SH12 RWY has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2026.

Is SH12 RWY ULEZ compliant?

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

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