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YG12 MHU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 159,736 miles on the clock, averaging 8,011 miles per year, around 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 YG12 MHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,736
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,011

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading159,736 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,011
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YG12 MHU 75k96k118k139k160k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,736 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,736 miles
Since last MOT+2,216 miles
PASS
Mileage157,520 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage157,520 miles
Since last MOT+5,108 miles
PASS
Mileage152,412 miles
Since last MOT+8,474 miles
PASS
Mileage143,938 miles
Since last MOT+8,192 miles
PASS
Mileage135,746 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,744 miles
Since last MOT+16,854 miles
PASS
Mileage118,890 miles
Since last MOT+10,951 miles
PASS
Mileage107,939 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,936 miles
Since last MOT+7,912 miles
PASS
Mileage100,024 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,019 miles
Since last MOT+11,626 miles
PASS
Mileage88,393 miles
Since last MOT+13,099 miles
PASS
Mileage75,294 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

RegistrationYG12 MHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYG — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About YG12 MHU

What car is YG12 MHU?

YG12 MHU is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2012.

What is the mileage of YG12 MHU?

The last recorded mileage for YG12 MHU was 159,736 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YG12 MHU passed its MOT?

YG12 MHU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.

Is YG12 MHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YG12 MHU 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 YG12 MHU?

YG12 MHU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.