Vehicle summary
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 133,485 miles on the clock, averaging 7,830 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 YY12 JTZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 133,485 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,830 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YY12 JTZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About YY12 JTZ
What car is YY12 JTZ?
YY12 JTZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Beverley in 2012.
What is the mileage of YY12 JTZ?
The last recorded mileage for YY12 JTZ was 133,485 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY12 JTZ passed its MOT?
YY12 JTZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2026.
Is YY12 JTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY12 JTZ 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 YY12 JTZ?
YY12 JTZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.