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VA12 LRN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 91,187 miles on the clock, averaging 6,625 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 LRN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
91,187
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
6,625

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 reading91,187 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,168
Average per year6,625
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VA12 LRN 17k35k54k73k91k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,187 miles
Since last MOT+6,168 miles
PASS
Mileage85,019 miles
Since last MOT+2,138 miles
PASS
Mileage82,881 miles
Since last MOT+4,003 miles
PASS
Mileage78,878 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,878 miles
Since last MOT+6,978 miles
PASS
Mileage71,900 miles
Since last MOT+10,986 miles
PASS
Mileage60,914 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,914 miles
Since last MOT+2,201 miles
PASS
Mileage58,713 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,692 miles
Since last MOT+5,972 miles
PASS
Mileage52,720 miles
Since last MOT+14,613 miles
PASS
Mileage38,107 miles
Since last MOT+4,379 miles
PASS
Mileage33,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,728 miles
Since last MOT+7,163 miles
PASS
Mileage26,565 miles
Since last MOT+9,689 miles
PASS
Mileage16,876 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 LRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VA12 LRN

What car is VA12 LRN?

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

What is the mileage of VA12 LRN?

The last recorded mileage for VA12 LRN was 91,187 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA12 LRN passed its MOT?

VA12 LRN has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2026.

Is VA12 LRN ULEZ compliant?

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

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