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WF12 OBX

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 129,342 miles on the clock, averaging 10,199 miles per year, above 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 WF12 OBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,342
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
10,199

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading129,342 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year10,199
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF12 OBX 28k53k79k104k129k '15'25'20

Check WF12 OBX

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,342 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,340 miles
Since last MOT+18,593 miles
PASS
Mileage110,747 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,747 miles
Since last MOT+4,339 miles
PASS
Mileage106,408 miles
Since last MOT+15,618 miles
PASS
Mileage90,790 miles
Since last MOT+3,025 miles
PASS
Mileage87,765 miles
Since last MOT+7,296 miles
PASS
Mileage80,469 miles
Since last MOT+5,563 miles
PASS
Mileage74,906 miles
Since last MOT+17,024 miles
PASS
Mileage57,882 miles
Since last MOT+16,341 miles
PASS
Mileage41,541 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,541 miles
Since last MOT+13,338 miles
PASS
Mileage28,203 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

RegistrationWF12 OBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WF12 OBX

What car is WF12 OBX?

WF12 OBX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2012.

What is the mileage of WF12 OBX?

The last recorded mileage for WF12 OBX was 129,342 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF12 OBX passed its MOT?

WF12 OBX has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2025.

Is WF12 OBX ULEZ compliant?

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

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