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VA12 SVL

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 104,550 miles on the clock, averaging 5,103 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for VA12 SVL

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,550
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
93%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,103

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading104,550 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,067
Average per year5,103
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VA12 SVL 53k66k79k92k105k '15'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,550 miles
Since last MOT+2,067 miles
PASS
Mileage102,483 miles
Since last MOT+2,403 miles
PASS
Mileage100,080 miles
Since last MOT+2,552 miles
PASS
Mileage97,528 miles
Since last MOT+2,413 miles
PASS
Mileage95,115 miles
Since last MOT+2,325 miles
PASS
Mileage92,790 miles
Since last MOT+2,877 miles
PASS
Mileage89,913 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,913 miles
Since last MOT+7,108 miles
PASS
Mileage82,805 miles
Since last MOT+11,500 miles
PASS
Mileage71,305 miles
Since last MOT+9,135 miles
PASS
Mileage62,170 miles
Since last MOT+7,108 miles
PASS
Mileage55,062 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
PASS
Mileage55,039 miles
Since last MOT+1,738 miles
PASS
Mileage53,301 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 SVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VA12 SVL

What car is VA12 SVL?

VA12 SVL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.

What is the mileage of VA12 SVL?

The last recorded mileage for VA12 SVL was 104,550 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA12 SVL passed its MOT?

VA12 SVL has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Aug 2025.

Is VA12 SVL ULEZ compliant?

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

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