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 Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 83,153 miles on the clock, averaging 4,686 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SL12 YSA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,153 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,764 |
| Average per year | 4,686 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL12 YSA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SL12 YSA
What car is SL12 YSA?
SL12 YSA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SL12 YSA?
The last recorded mileage for SL12 YSA was 83,153 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL12 YSA passed its MOT?
SL12 YSA has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.
Is SL12 YSA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 YSA 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 YSA?
SL12 YSA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.