2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · RA12 ULV
2012 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2012. Recorded mileage 31,541 miles. MOT valid until 26/05/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1968cc
RA12 ULV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
- 31,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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RA12 ULV Mileage History
- 25/05/202327,677 mi
- 21/05/202428,811 mi+1,134 mi
- 21/05/202428,811 mi
- 27/05/202529,668 mi+857 mi
- 18/05/202631,541 mi+1,873 mi
Average of roughly 1,296 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RA12 ULV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Golf (RA12 ULV) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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