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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 136,269 miles on the clock, averaging 8,935 miles per year, around 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 SL07 PAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,053 |
| Average per year | 8,935 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SL07 PAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About SL07 PAK
What car is SL07 PAK?
SL07 PAK is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SL07 PAK?
The last recorded mileage for SL07 PAK was 136,269 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL07 PAK passed its MOT?
SL07 PAK has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2025.
Is SL07 PAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL07 PAK 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 SL07 PAK?
SL07 PAK is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.