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VE12 TVP

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 125,233 miles on the clock, averaging 6,484 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 VE12 TVP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
125,233
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
6,484

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading125,233 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,062
Average per year6,484
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE12 TVP 56k73k91k108k125k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,233 miles
Since last MOT+4,062 miles
PASS
Mileage121,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,171 miles
Since last MOT+3,168 miles
PASS
Mileage118,003 miles
Since last MOT+4,802 miles
PASS
Mileage113,201 miles
Since last MOT+4,556 miles
PASS
Mileage108,645 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,645 miles
Since last MOT+6,263 miles
PASS
Mileage102,382 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,382 miles
Since last MOT+12,057 miles
PASS
Mileage90,325 miles
Since last MOT+6,941 miles
PASS
Mileage83,384 miles
Since last MOT+1,053 miles
PASS
Mileage82,331 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,331 miles
Since last MOT+6,181 miles
PASS
Mileage76,150 miles
Since last MOT+9,378 miles
PASS
Mileage66,772 miles
Since last MOT+10,560 miles
PASS
Mileage56,212 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

RegistrationVE12 TVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VE12 TVP

What car is VE12 TVP?

VE12 TVP is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.

What is the mileage of VE12 TVP?

The last recorded mileage for VE12 TVP was 125,233 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE12 TVP passed its MOT?

VE12 TVP has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2026.

Is VE12 TVP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE12 TVP 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 TVP?

VE12 TVP is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.