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WF12 WKY

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 125,282 miles on the clock, averaging 8,502 miles per year, around 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 WKY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
125,282
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
8,502

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,282 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,284
Average per year8,502
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF12 WKY 36k58k80k103k125k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,282 miles
Since last MOT+10,284 miles
PASS
Mileage114,998 miles
Since last MOT+7,864 miles
PASS
Mileage107,134 miles
Since last MOT+9,353 miles
PASS
Mileage97,781 miles
Since last MOT+5,962 miles
PASS
Mileage91,819 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,819 miles
Since last MOT+6,465 miles
PASS
Mileage85,354 miles
Since last MOT+6,347 miles
PASS
Mileage79,007 miles
Since last MOT+6,150 miles
PASS
Mileage72,857 miles
Since last MOT+10,354 miles
PASS
Mileage62,503 miles
Since last MOT+14,966 miles
PASS
Mileage47,537 miles
Since last MOT+11,921 miles
PASS
Mileage35,616 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 WKY
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 WKY

What car is WF12 WKY?

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

What is the mileage of WF12 WKY?

The last recorded mileage for WF12 WKY was 125,282 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF12 WKY passed its MOT?

WF12 WKY has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.

Is WF12 WKY ULEZ compliant?

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

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