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EJ12 PFE

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 115,930 miles on the clock, averaging 6,740 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 PFE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
115,930
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,740

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,930 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,870
Average per year6,740
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EJ12 PFE 43k61k80k98k116k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,930 miles
Since last MOT+4,870 miles
PASS
Mileage111,060 miles
Since last MOT+1,024 miles
PASS
Mileage110,036 miles
Since last MOT+1,198 miles
PASS
Mileage108,838 miles
Since last MOT+1,421 miles
PASS
Mileage107,417 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
PASS
Mileage107,358 miles
Since last MOT+4,351 miles
PASS
Mileage103,007 miles
Since last MOT+14,687 miles
PASS
Mileage88,320 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,320 miles
Since last MOT+16,947 miles
PASS
Mileage71,373 miles
Since last MOT+15,087 miles
PASS
Mileage56,286 miles
Since last MOT+13,131 miles
PASS
Mileage43,155 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 PFE
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 PFE

What car is EJ12 PFE?

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

What is the mileage of EJ12 PFE?

The last recorded mileage for EJ12 PFE was 115,930 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EJ12 PFE passed its MOT?

EJ12 PFE has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Apr 2026.

Is EJ12 PFE ULEZ compliant?

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

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