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WF12 WFU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 184,255 miles on the clock, averaging 11,674 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 WFU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
184,255
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,674

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading184,255 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,866
Average per year11,674
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF12 WFU 56k88k120k152k184k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,255 miles
Since last MOT+9,866 miles
PASS
Mileage174,389 miles
Since last MOT+8,658 miles
PASS
Mileage165,731 miles
Since last MOT+3,361 miles
PASS
Mileage162,370 miles
Since last MOT+7,347 miles
PASS
Mileage155,023 miles
Since last MOT+4,118 miles
PASS
Mileage150,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,905 miles
Since last MOT+5,116 miles
PASS
Mileage145,789 miles
Since last MOT+15,921 miles
PASS
Mileage129,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,868 miles
Since last MOT+17,143 miles
PASS
Mileage112,725 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,695 miles
Since last MOT+15,581 miles
PASS
Mileage97,114 miles
Since last MOT+21,235 miles
PASS
Mileage75,879 miles
Since last MOT+19,565 miles
PASS
Mileage56,314 miles
Since last MOT+128 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,186 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 WFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
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 WFU

What car is WF12 WFU?

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

What is the mileage of WF12 WFU?

The last recorded mileage for WF12 WFU was 184,255 miles, recorded on 18 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF12 WFU passed its MOT?

WF12 WFU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2026.

Is WF12 WFU ULEZ compliant?

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

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