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WF12 MKU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 170,390 miles on the clock, averaging 10,526 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 WF12 MKU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
170,390
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,526

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 reading170,390 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,869
Average per year10,526
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF12 MKU 58k86k114k142k170k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,390 miles
Since last MOT+15,869 miles
PASS
Mileage154,521 miles
Since last MOT+10,468 miles
PASS
Mileage144,053 miles
Since last MOT+2,583 miles
PASS
Mileage141,470 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,465 miles
Since last MOT+1,634 miles
PASS
Mileage139,831 miles
Since last MOT+2,565 miles
PASS
Mileage137,266 miles
Since last MOT+5,588 miles
PASS
Mileage131,678 miles
Since last MOT+6,624 miles
PASS
Mileage125,054 miles
Since last MOT+21,439 miles
PASS
Mileage103,615 miles
Since last MOT+23,542 miles
PASS
Mileage80,073 miles
Since last MOT+22,257 miles
PASS
Mileage57,816 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

RegistrationWF12 MKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WF12 MKU

What car is WF12 MKU?

WF12 MKU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Exeter in 2012.

What is the mileage of WF12 MKU?

The last recorded mileage for WF12 MKU was 170,390 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF12 MKU passed its MOT?

WF12 MKU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.

Is WF12 MKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF12 MKU 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 WF12 MKU?

WF12 MKU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.