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VE12 UTS

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 140,479 miles on the clock, averaging 8,234 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 UTS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
140,479
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,234

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading140,479 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,313
Average per year8,234
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE12 UTS 52k74k96k118k140k '15'26'20

Check VE12 UTS

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,479 miles
Since last MOT+3,313 miles
PASS
Mileage137,166 miles
Since last MOT+2,603 miles
PASS
Mileage134,563 miles
Since last MOT+1,400 miles
PASS
Mileage133,163 miles
Since last MOT+1,708 miles
PASS
Mileage131,455 miles
Since last MOT+3,008 miles
PASS
Mileage128,447 miles
Since last MOT+1,873 miles
PASS
Mileage126,574 miles
Since last MOT+6,179 miles
PASS
Mileage120,395 miles
Since last MOT+16,320 miles
PASS
Mileage104,075 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
PASS
Mileage104,068 miles
Since last MOT+6,785 miles
PASS
Mileage97,283 miles
Since last MOT+24,141 miles
PASS
Mileage73,142 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,142 miles
Since last MOT+20,670 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,472 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 UTS
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 UTS

What car is VE12 UTS?

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

What is the mileage of VE12 UTS?

The last recorded mileage for VE12 UTS was 140,479 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE12 UTS passed its MOT?

VE12 UTS has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.

Is VE12 UTS ULEZ compliant?

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

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