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YG12 PWX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 109,290 miles on the clock, averaging 6,132 miles per year, below 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 YG12 PWX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
109,290
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
6,132

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading109,290 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year6,132
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YG12 PWX 43k59k76k93k109k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,290 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,285 miles
Since last MOT+6,588 miles
PASS
Mileage102,697 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,686 miles
Since last MOT+6,573 miles
PASS
Mileage96,113 miles
Since last MOT+6,763 miles
PASS
Mileage89,350 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,340 miles
Since last MOT+4,568 miles
PASS
Mileage84,772 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,772 miles
Since last MOT+7,482 miles
PASS
Mileage77,290 miles
Since last MOT+6,460 miles
PASS
Mileage70,830 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage67,053 miles
Since last MOT+6,518 miles
PASS
Mileage60,535 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,535 miles
Since last MOT+7,476 miles
PASS
Mileage53,059 miles
Since last MOT+10,399 miles
PASS
Mileage42,660 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

RegistrationYG12 PWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYG — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About YG12 PWX

What car is YG12 PWX?

YG12 PWX is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2012.

What is the mileage of YG12 PWX?

The last recorded mileage for YG12 PWX was 109,290 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YG12 PWX passed its MOT?

YG12 PWX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.

Is YG12 PWX ULEZ compliant?

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

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