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YR12 PNV

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Sheffield, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 77,260 miles on the clock, averaging 5,742 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 YR12 PNV

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,260
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2015
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
5,742

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading77,260 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,597
Average per year5,742
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR12 PNV 37k47k57k67k77k '15'22'19

Check YR12 PNV

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,260 miles
Since last MOT+2,597 miles
PASS
Mileage74,663 miles
Since last MOT+1,632 miles
PASS
Mileage73,031 miles
Since last MOT+4,077 miles
PASS
Mileage68,954 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,954 miles
Since last MOT+5,397 miles
PASS
Mileage63,557 miles
Since last MOT+6,392 miles
PASS
Mileage57,165 miles
Since last MOT+9,571 miles
PASS
Mileage47,594 miles
Since last MOT+10,625 miles
PASS
Mileage36,969 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

RegistrationYR12 PNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About YR12 PNV

What car is YR12 PNV?

YR12 PNV is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2012.

What is the mileage of YR12 PNV?

The last recorded mileage for YR12 PNV was 77,260 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR12 PNV passed its MOT?

YR12 PNV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Apr 2022.

Is YR12 PNV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR12 PNV 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 YR12 PNV?

YR12 PNV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.