Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 149,982 miles on the clock, averaging 14,115 miles per year, above 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 VE12 EEN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,982 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 486 |
| Average per year | 14,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | VE12 EEN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About VE12 EEN
What car is VE12 EEN?
VE12 EEN is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.
What is the mileage of VE12 EEN?
The last recorded mileage for VE12 EEN was 149,982 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE12 EEN passed its MOT?
VE12 EEN has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2023.
Is VE12 EEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE12 EEN 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 VE12 EEN?
VE12 EEN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.