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VO12 UEF

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Blue Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlue
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 84,126 miles on the clock, averaging 4,984 miles per year, well 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 VO12 UEF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,126
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
4,984

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

Low mileage
Latest reading84,126 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year4,984
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO12 UEF 27k41k56k70k84k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,126 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,120 miles
Since last MOT+2,839 miles
PASS
Mileage81,281 miles
Since last MOT+2,501 miles
PASS
Mileage78,780 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage75,676 miles
Since last MOT+4,374 miles
PASS
Mileage71,302 miles
Since last MOT+4,263 miles
PASS
Mileage67,039 miles
Since last MOT+2,677 miles
PASS
Mileage64,362 miles
Since last MOT+6,678 miles
PASS
Mileage57,684 miles
Since last MOT+8,351 miles
PASS
Mileage49,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,333 miles
Since last MOT+6,349 miles
PASS
Mileage42,984 miles
Since last MOT+4,859 miles
PASS
Mileage38,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,125 miles
Since last MOT+10,947 miles
PASS
Mileage27,178 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,178 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

RegistrationVO12 UEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VO12 UEF

What car is VO12 UEF?

VO12 UEF is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.

What is the mileage of VO12 UEF?

The last recorded mileage for VO12 UEF was 84,126 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO12 UEF passed its MOT?

VO12 UEF has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.

Is VO12 UEF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO12 UEF 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 UEF?

VO12 UEF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.