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SL12 OMY

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 136,537 miles on the clock, averaging 9,479 miles per year, above 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 SL12 OMY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
136,537
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
9,479

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading136,537 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,246
Average per year9,479
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL12 OMY 29k56k83k110k137k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,537 miles
Since last MOT+12,246 miles
PASS
Mileage124,291 miles
Since last MOT+11,786 miles
PASS
Mileage112,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,505 miles
Since last MOT+5,576 miles
PASS
Mileage106,929 miles
Since last MOT+5,091 miles
PASS
Mileage101,838 miles
Since last MOT+12,383 miles
PASS
Mileage89,455 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,453 miles
Since last MOT+4,800 miles
PASS
Mileage84,653 miles
Since last MOT+9,940 miles
PASS
Mileage74,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,713 miles
Since last MOT+16,762 miles
PASS
Mileage57,951 miles
Since last MOT+10,785 miles
PASS
Mileage47,166 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,164 miles
Since last MOT+7,349 miles
PASS
Mileage39,815 miles
Since last MOT+10,480 miles
PASS
Mileage29,335 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

RegistrationSL12 OMY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SL12 OMY

What car is SL12 OMY?

SL12 OMY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.

What is the mileage of SL12 OMY?

The last recorded mileage for SL12 OMY was 136,537 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL12 OMY passed its MOT?

SL12 OMY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2026.

Is SL12 OMY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 OMY 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 SL12 OMY?

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