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YA12 UVM

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 107,093 miles on the clock, averaging 5,949 miles per year, below 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 YA12 UVM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
107,093
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
5,949

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading107,093 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,250
Average per year5,949
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YA12 UVM 46k61k76k92k107k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,093 miles
Since last MOT+4,250 miles
PASS
Mileage102,843 miles
Since last MOT+5,002 miles
PASS
Mileage97,841 miles
Since last MOT+3,271 miles
PASS
Mileage94,570 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,530 miles
Since last MOT+3,416 miles
PASS
Mileage91,114 miles
Since last MOT+3,481 miles
PASS
Mileage87,633 miles
Since last MOT+3,678 miles
PASS
Mileage83,955 miles
Since last MOT+9,898 miles
PASS
Mileage74,057 miles
Since last MOT+5,810 miles
PASS
Mileage68,247 miles
Since last MOT+12,713 miles
PASS
Mileage55,534 miles
Since last MOT+9,832 miles
PASS
Mileage45,702 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

RegistrationYA12 UVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYA — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About YA12 UVM

What car is YA12 UVM?

YA12 UVM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2012.

What is the mileage of YA12 UVM?

The last recorded mileage for YA12 UVM was 107,093 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YA12 UVM passed its MOT?

YA12 UVM has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Nov 2025.

Is YA12 UVM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA12 UVM 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 YA12 UVM?

YA12 UVM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.