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VO12 WHJ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 115,870 miles on the clock, averaging 6,110 miles per year, below 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 VO12 WHJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
115,870
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,110

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

Below average
Latest reading115,870 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,140
Average per year6,110
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO12 WHJ 48k65k82k99k116k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,870 miles
Since last MOT+10,140 miles
PASS
Mileage105,730 miles
Since last MOT+11,912 miles
PASS
Mileage93,818 miles
Since last MOT+202 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,616 miles
Since last MOT+10,098 miles
PASS
Mileage83,518 miles
Since last MOT+11,128 miles
PASS
Mileage72,390 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,390 miles
Since last MOT+5,026 miles
PASS
Mileage67,364 miles
Since last MOT+6,944 miles
PASS
Mileage60,420 miles
Since last MOT+136 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,284 miles
Since last MOT+1,995 miles
PASS
Mileage58,289 miles
Since last MOT+1,865 miles
PASS
Mileage56,424 miles
Since last MOT+2,877 miles
PASS
Mileage53,547 miles
Since last MOT+2,794 miles
PASS
Mileage50,753 miles
Since last MOT+2,536 miles
PASS
Mileage48,217 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

RegistrationVO12 WHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About VO12 WHJ

What car is VO12 WHJ?

VO12 WHJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.

What is the mileage of VO12 WHJ?

The last recorded mileage for VO12 WHJ was 115,870 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO12 WHJ passed its MOT?

VO12 WHJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2026.

Is VO12 WHJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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