2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · YA12 UGD
2012 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2012. Recorded mileage 219,171 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/02/2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (23/07/2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 219,171 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1598cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
YA12 UGD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2025
- 219,171 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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YA12 UGD Mileage History
- 29/01/2022159,247 mi
- 21/01/2023193,141 mi+33,894 mi
- 21/01/2023193,141 mi
- 16/01/2024208,531 mi+15,390 mi
- 17/02/2025219,171 mi+10,640 mi
Average of roughly 19,630 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YA12 UGD 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 (YA12 UGD) between January 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 February 2025 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: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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.
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