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BJ12 XMO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 97,061 miles on the clock, averaging 8,109 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 XMO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
97,061
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,109

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading97,061 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,870
Average per year8,109
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BJ12 XMO 12k33k54k76k97k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,061 miles
Since last MOT+11,870 miles
PASS
Mileage85,191 miles
Since last MOT+14,128 miles
PASS
Mileage71,063 miles
Since last MOT+12,765 miles
PASS
Mileage58,298 miles
Since last MOT+6,267 miles
PASS
Mileage52,031 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,016 miles
Since last MOT+7,764 miles
PASS
Mileage44,252 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,250 miles
Since last MOT+8,070 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+8,294 miles
PASS
Mileage27,886 miles
Since last MOT+6,962 miles
PASS
Mileage20,924 miles
Since last MOT+1,957 miles
PASS
Mileage18,967 miles
Since last MOT+4,043 miles
PASS
Mileage14,924 miles
Since last MOT+3,336 miles
PASS
Mileage11,588 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 XMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About BJ12 XMO

What car is BJ12 XMO?

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

What is the mileage of BJ12 XMO?

The last recorded mileage for BJ12 XMO was 97,061 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ12 XMO passed its MOT?

BJ12 XMO has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.

Is BJ12 XMO ULEZ compliant?

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

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