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VE12 UTP

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 127,152 miles on the clock, averaging 7,403 miles per year, around 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 VE12 UTP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
127,152
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,403

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading127,152 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,742
Average per year7,403
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE12 UTP 49k69k88k108k127k '15'25'21

Check VE12 UTP

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,152 miles
Since last MOT+3,742 miles
PASS
Mileage123,410 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,403 miles
Since last MOT+4,414 miles
PASS
Mileage118,989 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,989 miles
Since last MOT+1,067 miles
PASS
Mileage117,922 miles
Since last MOT+8,583 miles
PASS
Mileage109,339 miles
Since last MOT+8,189 miles
PASS
Mileage101,150 miles
Since last MOT+4,485 miles
PASS
Mileage96,665 miles
Since last MOT+7,008 miles
PASS
Mileage89,657 miles
Since last MOT+7,758 miles
PASS
Mileage81,899 miles
Since last MOT+13,803 miles
PASS
Mileage68,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,096 miles
Since last MOT+14,727 miles
PASS
Mileage53,369 miles
Since last MOT+4,369 miles
PASS
Mileage49,000 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

RegistrationVE12 UTP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VE12 UTP

What car is VE12 UTP?

VE12 UTP is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.

What is the mileage of VE12 UTP?

The last recorded mileage for VE12 UTP was 127,152 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE12 UTP passed its MOT?

VE12 UTP has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.

Is VE12 UTP ULEZ compliant?

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

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