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EJ12 PCX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
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 82,885 miles on the clock, averaging 5,629 miles per year, below 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 EJ12 PCX

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,885
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
5,629

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,885 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,387
Average per year5,629
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EJ12 PCX 24k39k54k68k83k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,885 miles
Since last MOT+6,387 miles
PASS
Mileage76,498 miles
Since last MOT+6,111 miles
PASS
Mileage70,387 miles
Since last MOT+6,117 miles
PASS
Mileage64,270 miles
Since last MOT+3,734 miles
PASS
Mileage60,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,536 miles
Since last MOT+2,236 miles
PASS
Mileage58,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,300 miles
Since last MOT+6,073 miles
PASS
Mileage52,227 miles
Since last MOT+6,823 miles
PASS
Mileage45,404 miles
Since last MOT+7,520 miles
PASS
Mileage37,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,884 miles
Since last MOT+7,521 miles
PASS
Mileage30,363 miles
Since last MOT+6,076 miles
PASS
Mileage24,287 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

RegistrationEJ12 PCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEJ — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EJ12 PCX

What car is EJ12 PCX?

EJ12 PCX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EJ12 PCX?

The last recorded mileage for EJ12 PCX was 82,885 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EJ12 PCX passed its MOT?

EJ12 PCX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.

Is EJ12 PCX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EJ12 PCX 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 EJ12 PCX?

EJ12 PCX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.