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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 100,979 miles on the clock, averaging 8,514 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 SY12 XDL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 100,979 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,400 |
| Average per year | 8,514 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SY12 XDL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SY12 XDL
What car is SY12 XDL?
SY12 XDL is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Inverness in 2012.
What is the mileage of SY12 XDL?
The last recorded mileage for SY12 XDL was 100,979 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY12 XDL passed its MOT?
SY12 XDL has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2026.
Is SY12 XDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY12 XDL 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 SY12 XDL?
SY12 XDL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.