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WM12 UDG

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 149,890 miles on the clock, averaging 8,447 miles per year, around 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 WM12 UDG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
149,890
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,447

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 reading149,890 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,348
Average per year8,447
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM12 UDG 61k83k105k128k150k '15'26'21

Check WM12 UDG

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,890 miles
Since last MOT+12,348 miles
PASS
Mileage137,542 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,542 miles
Since last MOT+9,861 miles
PASS
Mileage127,681 miles
Since last MOT+10,872 miles
PASS
Mileage116,809 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,808 miles
Since last MOT+2,570 miles
PASS
Mileage114,238 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,237 miles
Since last MOT+7,154 miles
PASS
Mileage107,083 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,077 miles
Since last MOT+9,163 miles
PASS
Mileage97,914 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,914 miles
Since last MOT+9,607 miles
PASS
Mileage88,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,307 miles
Since last MOT+8,641 miles
PASS
Mileage79,666 miles
Since last MOT+13,101 miles
PASS
Mileage66,565 miles
Since last MOT+5,929 miles
PASS
Mileage60,636 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

RegistrationWM12 UDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WM12 UDG

What car is WM12 UDG?

WM12 UDG is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2012.

What is the mileage of WM12 UDG?

The last recorded mileage for WM12 UDG was 149,890 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM12 UDG passed its MOT?

WM12 UDG has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.

Is WM12 UDG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM12 UDG 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 WM12 UDG?

WM12 UDG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.