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CV12 SXJ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

White Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 114,525 miles on the clock, averaging 8,396 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for CV12 SXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,525
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,396

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,525 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,223
Average per year8,396
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV12 SXJ 27k49k71k93k115k '15'25'20

Check CV12 SXJ

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,525 miles
Since last MOT+7,223 miles
PASS
Mileage107,302 miles
Since last MOT+2,089 miles
PASS
Mileage105,213 miles
Since last MOT+8,049 miles
PASS
Mileage97,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,806 miles
PASS
Mileage91,358 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,357 miles
Since last MOT+2,684 miles
PASS
Mileage88,673 miles
Since last MOT+3,145 miles
PASS
Mileage85,528 miles
Since last MOT+11,349 miles
PASS
Mileage74,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,179 miles
Since last MOT+12,246 miles
PASS
Mileage61,933 miles
Since last MOT+11,905 miles
PASS
Mileage50,028 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,027 miles
Since last MOT+12,860 miles
PASS
Mileage37,167 miles
Since last MOT+10,329 miles
PASS
Mileage26,838 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 SXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About CV12 SXJ

What car is CV12 SXJ?

CV12 SXJ is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Swansea in 2012.

What is the mileage of CV12 SXJ?

The last recorded mileage for CV12 SXJ was 114,525 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV12 SXJ passed its MOT?

CV12 SXJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2025.

Is CV12 SXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV12 SXJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is CV12 SXJ?

CV12 SXJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.