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VO12 UVC

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 154,384 miles on the clock, averaging 9,828 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 UVC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
154,384
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
9,828

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,384 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,828
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO12 UVC 41k70k98k126k154k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,384 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,384 miles
Since last MOT+6,347 miles
PASS
Mileage148,037 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,037 miles
Since last MOT+7,536 miles
PASS
Mileage140,501 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,501 miles
Since last MOT+7,141 miles
PASS
Mileage133,360 miles
Since last MOT+6,482 miles
PASS
Mileage126,878 miles
Since last MOT+7,748 miles
PASS
Mileage119,130 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,128 miles
Since last MOT+9,505 miles
PASS
Mileage109,623 miles
Since last MOT+8,722 miles
PASS
Mileage100,901 miles
Since last MOT+17,425 miles
PASS
Mileage83,476 miles
Since last MOT+15,306 miles
PASS
Mileage68,170 miles
Since last MOT+11,224 miles
PASS
Mileage56,946 miles
Since last MOT+15,531 miles
PASS
Mileage41,415 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 UVC
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 UVC

What car is VO12 UVC?

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

What is the mileage of VO12 UVC?

The last recorded mileage for VO12 UVC was 154,384 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO12 UVC passed its MOT?

VO12 UVC has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2026.

Is VO12 UVC ULEZ compliant?

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

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