2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · HG12 TSO
2012 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 02 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 40,217 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,217 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HG12 TSO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2026
- 40,217 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HG12 TSO 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 (HG12 TSO) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
HG12 TSO Mileage History
- 08/06/202232,951 mi
- 14/06/202335,260 mi+2,309 mi
- 26/06/202437,171 mi+1,911 mi
- 25/06/202538,813 mi+1,642 mi
- 17/06/202640,217 mi+1,404 mi
Average of roughly 1,805 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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