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EJ12 PEO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 115,796 miles on the clock, averaging 6,918 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for EJ12 PEO

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,796
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,918

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 reading115,796 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,918
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EJ12 PEO 44k62k80k98k116k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,796 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,794 miles
Since last MOT+3,423 miles
PASS
Mileage112,371 miles
Since last MOT+4,779 miles
PASS
Mileage107,592 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,590 miles
Since last MOT+6,672 miles
PASS
Mileage100,918 miles
Since last MOT+4,487 miles
PASS
Mileage96,431 miles
Since last MOT+8,449 miles
PASS
Mileage87,982 miles
Since last MOT+5,194 miles
PASS
Mileage82,788 miles
Since last MOT+10,983 miles
PASS
Mileage71,805 miles
Since last MOT+8,741 miles
PASS
Mileage63,064 miles
Since last MOT+13,427 miles
PASS
Mileage49,637 miles
Since last MOT+5,566 miles
PASS
Mileage44,071 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 PEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEJ — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EJ12 PEO

What car is EJ12 PEO?

EJ12 PEO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EJ12 PEO?

The last recorded mileage for EJ12 PEO was 115,796 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EJ12 PEO passed its MOT?

EJ12 PEO has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.

Is EJ12 PEO ULEZ compliant?

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

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