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ST12 JLU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 154,958 miles on the clock, averaging 11,968 miles per year, above 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 ST12 JLU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
154,958
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
11,968

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,958 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,073
Average per year11,968
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ST12 JLU 26k58k90k123k155k '15'26'21

Check ST12 JLU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,958 miles
Since last MOT+3,073 miles
PASS
Mileage151,885 miles
Since last MOT+7,974 miles
PASS
Mileage143,911 miles
Since last MOT+9,967 miles
PASS
Mileage133,944 miles
Since last MOT+9,213 miles
PASS
Mileage124,731 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,731 miles
Since last MOT+15,289 miles
PASS
Mileage109,442 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,439 miles
Since last MOT+9,324 miles
PASS
Mileage100,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,115 miles
Since last MOT+12,642 miles
PASS
Mileage87,473 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,473 miles
Since last MOT+16,148 miles
PASS
Mileage71,325 miles
Since last MOT+16,275 miles
PASS
Mileage55,050 miles
Since last MOT+14,869 miles
PASS
Mileage40,181 miles
Since last MOT+14,257 miles
PASS
Mileage25,924 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 JLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About ST12 JLU

What car is ST12 JLU?

ST12 JLU is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Dundee in 2012.

What is the mileage of ST12 JLU?

The last recorded mileage for ST12 JLU was 154,958 miles, recorded on 22 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST12 JLU passed its MOT?

ST12 JLU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2026.

Is ST12 JLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST12 JLU 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 ST12 JLU?

ST12 JLU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.