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WR12 DJK

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 114,848 miles on the clock, averaging 9,461 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 WR12 DJK

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,848
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
9,461

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading114,848 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,780
Average per year9,461
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR12 DJK 16k41k65k90k115k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,848 miles
Since last MOT+9,780 miles
PASS
Mileage105,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,068 miles
Since last MOT+10,588 miles
PASS
Mileage94,480 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,480 miles
Since last MOT+10,233 miles
PASS
Mileage84,247 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,247 miles
Since last MOT+9,588 miles
PASS
Mileage74,659 miles
Since last MOT+8,922 miles
PASS
Mileage65,737 miles
Since last MOT+8,789 miles
PASS
Mileage56,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,948 miles
Since last MOT+11,865 miles
PASS
Mileage45,083 miles
Since last MOT+9,798 miles
PASS
Mileage35,285 miles
Since last MOT+10,301 miles
PASS
Mileage24,984 miles
Since last MOT+8,989 miles
PASS
Mileage15,995 miles
Since last MOT+201 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,794 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

RegistrationWR12 DJK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WR12 DJK

What car is WR12 DJK?

WR12 DJK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2012.

What is the mileage of WR12 DJK?

The last recorded mileage for WR12 DJK was 114,848 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR12 DJK passed its MOT?

WR12 DJK has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.

Is WR12 DJK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR12 DJK 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 WR12 DJK?

WR12 DJK is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.