Vehicle summary
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 has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 127,431 miles on the clock, averaging 10,551 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 VO12 LFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 339 |
| Average per year | 10,551 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | VO12 LFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About VO12 LFU
What car is VO12 LFU?
VO12 LFU is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel. First registered in Worcester in 2012.
What is the mileage of VO12 LFU?
The last recorded mileage for VO12 LFU was 127,431 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO12 LFU passed its MOT?
VO12 LFU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2024.
Is VO12 LFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO12 LFU 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 VO12 LFU?
VO12 LFU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.