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WN12 OPB

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Bristol, 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 148,018 miles on the clock, averaging 11,258 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 WN12 OPB

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,018
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
11,258

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,018 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25,351
Average per year11,258
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WN12 OPB 84k100k116k132k148k '15'21'18

Check WN12 OPB

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,018 miles
Since last MOT+25,351 miles
PASS
Mileage122,667 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,559 miles
Since last MOT+8,847 miles
PASS
Mileage113,712 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,712 miles
Since last MOT+8,963 miles
PASS
Mileage104,749 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,749 miles
Since last MOT+6,732 miles
PASS
Mileage98,017 miles
Since last MOT+14,452 miles
PASS
Mileage83,565 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,565 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

RegistrationWN12 OPB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WN12 OPB

What car is WN12 OPB?

WN12 OPB is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2012.

What is the mileage of WN12 OPB?

The last recorded mileage for WN12 OPB was 148,018 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN12 OPB passed its MOT?

WN12 OPB has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2021.

Is WN12 OPB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN12 OPB 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 WN12 OPB?

WN12 OPB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.