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VA12 KBK

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 108,744 miles on the clock, averaging 6,639 miles per year, below 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 VA12 KBK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
108,744
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,639

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,744 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,639
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VA12 KBK 38k56k73k91k109k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,744 miles
Since last MOT+8,820 miles
PASS
Mileage99,924 miles
Since last MOT+6,092 miles
PASS
Mileage93,832 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,831 miles
Since last MOT+2,773 miles
PASS
Mileage91,058 miles
Since last MOT+3,541 miles
PASS
Mileage87,517 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,517 miles
Since last MOT+7,121 miles
PASS
Mileage80,396 miles
Since last MOT+10,212 miles
PASS
Mileage70,184 miles
Since last MOT+8,088 miles
PASS
Mileage62,096 miles
Since last MOT+8,755 miles
PASS
Mileage53,341 miles
Since last MOT+6,385 miles
PASS
Mileage46,956 miles
Since last MOT+9,032 miles
PASS
Mileage37,924 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

RegistrationVA12 KBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VA12 KBK

What car is VA12 KBK?

VA12 KBK is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.

What is the mileage of VA12 KBK?

The last recorded mileage for VA12 KBK was 108,744 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA12 KBK passed its MOT?

VA12 KBK has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.

Is VA12 KBK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA12 KBK 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 VA12 KBK?

VA12 KBK is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.