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VO12 UUB

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 158,325 miles on the clock, averaging 9,454 miles per year, above 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 UUB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
158,325
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,454

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading158,325 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,454
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO12 UUB 52k79k105k132k158k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,325 miles
Since last MOT+15,182 miles
PASS
Mileage143,143 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,139 miles
Since last MOT+16,791 miles
PASS
Mileage126,348 miles
Since last MOT+1,909 miles
PASS
Mileage124,439 miles
Since last MOT+5,571 miles
PASS
Mileage118,868 miles
Since last MOT+6,941 miles
PASS
Mileage111,927 miles
Since last MOT+4,856 miles
PASS
Mileage107,071 miles
Since last MOT+7,841 miles
PASS
Mileage99,230 miles
Since last MOT+9,547 miles
PASS
Mileage89,683 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,683 miles
Since last MOT+12,952 miles
PASS
Mileage76,731 miles
Since last MOT+24,458 miles
PASS
Mileage52,273 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 UUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VO12 UUB

What car is VO12 UUB?

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

What is the mileage of VO12 UUB?

The last recorded mileage for VO12 UUB was 158,325 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO12 UUB passed its MOT?

VO12 UUB has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2026.

Is VO12 UUB ULEZ compliant?

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

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