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WF12 TVX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 174,218 miles on the clock, averaging 11,856 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 TVX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
174,218
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,856

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading174,218 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,152
Average per year11,856
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF12 TVX 45k77k110k142k174k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage174,218 miles
Since last MOT+6,152 miles
PASS
Mileage168,066 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,704 miles
Since last MOT+18,950 miles
PASS
Mileage149,754 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,747 miles
Since last MOT+15,692 miles
PASS
Mileage134,055 miles
Since last MOT+13,989 miles
PASS
Mileage120,066 miles
Since last MOT+12,135 miles
PASS
Mileage107,931 miles
Since last MOT+13,926 miles
PASS
Mileage94,005 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,994 miles
Since last MOT+9,102 miles
PASS
Mileage84,892 miles
Since last MOT+18,203 miles
PASS
Mileage66,689 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,687 miles
Since last MOT+10,676 miles
PASS
Mileage56,011 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,011 miles
Since last MOT+11,088 miles
PASS
Mileage44,923 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 TVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
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 TVX

What car is WF12 TVX?

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

What is the mileage of WF12 TVX?

The last recorded mileage for WF12 TVX was 174,218 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF12 TVX passed its MOT?

WF12 TVX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2026.

Is WF12 TVX ULEZ compliant?

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

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