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BJ12 MKC

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 102,450 miles on the clock, averaging 7,585 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 BJ12 MKC

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,450
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,585

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading102,450 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,636
Average per year7,585
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BJ12 MKC 23k43k63k82k102k '15'25'21

Check BJ12 MKC

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,450 miles
Since last MOT+5,636 miles
PASS
Mileage96,814 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,814 miles
Since last MOT+6,481 miles
PASS
Mileage90,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,333 miles
Since last MOT+6,999 miles
PASS
Mileage83,334 miles
Since last MOT+4,722 miles
PASS
Mileage78,612 miles
Since last MOT+5,715 miles
PASS
Mileage72,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,897 miles
Since last MOT+9,697 miles
PASS
Mileage63,200 miles
Since last MOT+6,716 miles
PASS
Mileage56,484 miles
Since last MOT+8,216 miles
PASS
Mileage48,268 miles
Since last MOT+14,456 miles
PASS
Mileage33,812 miles
Since last MOT+11,230 miles
PASS
Mileage22,582 miles

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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

RegistrationBJ12 MKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About BJ12 MKC

What car is BJ12 MKC?

BJ12 MKC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of BJ12 MKC?

The last recorded mileage for BJ12 MKC was 102,450 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ12 MKC passed its MOT?

BJ12 MKC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2025.

Is BJ12 MKC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ12 MKC 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 BJ12 MKC?

BJ12 MKC is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.