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WD12 HSU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 67,509 miles on the clock, averaging 3,868 miles per year, well 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 WD12 HSU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
67,509
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2015
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,868

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 reading67,509 miles
Reading date
Miles last year949
Average per year3,868
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD12 HSU 25k36k46k57k68k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,509 miles
Since last MOT+949 miles
PASS
Mileage66,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,560 miles
Since last MOT+1,101 miles
PASS
Mileage65,459 miles
Since last MOT+1,467 miles
PASS
Mileage63,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,992 miles
Since last MOT+738 miles
PASS
Mileage63,254 miles
Since last MOT+101 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,153 miles
Since last MOT+855 miles
PASS
Mileage62,298 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,298 miles
Since last MOT+1,401 miles
PASS
Mileage60,897 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,888 miles
Since last MOT+7,694 miles
PASS
Mileage53,194 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,193 miles
Since last MOT+6,820 miles
PASS
Mileage46,373 miles
Since last MOT+9,596 miles
PASS
Mileage36,777 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,777 miles
Since last MOT+6,761 miles
PASS
Mileage30,016 miles
Since last MOT+84 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,932 miles
Since last MOT+4,495 miles
PASS
Mileage25,437 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

RegistrationWD12 HSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WD12 HSU

What car is WD12 HSU?

WD12 HSU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2012.

What is the mileage of WD12 HSU?

The last recorded mileage for WD12 HSU was 67,509 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD12 HSU passed its MOT?

WD12 HSU has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.

Is WD12 HSU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD12 HSU 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 WD12 HSU?

WD12 HSU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.