Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SL12 JYN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1197cc

Brown Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1197cc
ColourBrown
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1197cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 100,180 miles on the clock, averaging 8,238 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for SL12 JYN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
100,180
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
8,238

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading100,180 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,423
Average per year8,238
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL12 JYN 8k31k54k77k100k '15'26'21

Check SL12 JYN

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,180 miles
Since last MOT+9,423 miles
PASS
Mileage90,757 miles
Since last MOT+6,382 miles
PASS
Mileage84,375 miles
Since last MOT+9,925 miles
PASS
Mileage74,450 miles
Since last MOT+9,564 miles
PASS
Mileage64,886 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,462 miles
PASS
Mileage59,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,421 miles
Since last MOT+4,163 miles
PASS
Mileage55,258 miles
Since last MOT+8,138 miles
PASS
Mileage47,120 miles
Since last MOT+8,397 miles
PASS
Mileage38,723 miles
Since last MOT+11,025 miles
PASS
Mileage27,698 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,693 miles
Since last MOT+13,265 miles
PASS
Mileage14,428 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,428 miles
Since last MOT+6,512 miles
PASS
Mileage7,916 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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).

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 JYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1197cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

More SL12 J plates

Browse all SL12 J registrations from Edinburgh.

About SL12 JYN

What car is SL12 JYN?

SL12 JYN is an brown Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.

What is the mileage of SL12 JYN?

The last recorded mileage for SL12 JYN was 100,180 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL12 JYN passed its MOT?

SL12 JYN has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2026.

Is SL12 JYN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 JYN is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is SL12 JYN?

SL12 JYN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.