2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · GG12 GAV
2012 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 24 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 86,711 miles. MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,711 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GG12 GAV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 86,711 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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GG12 GAV 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 (GG12 GAV) between December 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
GG12 GAV Mileage History
- 13/12/202168,050 mi
- 14/09/202274,533 mi+6,483 mi
- 19/09/202380,674 mi+6,141 mi
- 26/09/202483,956 mi+3,282 mi
- 23/10/202586,711 mi+2,755 mi
Average of roughly 4,834 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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