Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 101,047 miles on the clock, averaging 6,792 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for WV03 WAT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,047 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,708 |
| Average per year | 6,792 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WV03 WAT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About WV03 WAT
What car is WV03 WAT?
WV03 WAT is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2012.
What is the mileage of WV03 WAT?
The last recorded mileage for WV03 WAT was 101,047 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV03 WAT passed its MOT?
WV03 WAT has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2025.
Is WV03 WAT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV03 WAT is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is WV03 WAT?
WV03 WAT is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.