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FY12 KJO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 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 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 120,788 miles on the clock, averaging 7,857 miles per year, around 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 FY12 KJO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
120,788
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,857

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 reading120,788 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13
Average per year7,857
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FY12 KJO 34k55k77k99k121k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,788 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,775 miles
Since last MOT+5,159 miles
PASS
Mileage115,616 miles
Since last MOT+7,286 miles
PASS
Mileage108,330 miles
Since last MOT+8,252 miles
PASS
Mileage100,078 miles
Since last MOT+7,809 miles
PASS
Mileage92,269 miles
Since last MOT+7,607 miles
PASS
Mileage84,662 miles
Since last MOT+3,625 miles
PASS
Mileage81,037 miles
Since last MOT+10,163 miles
PASS
Mileage70,874 miles
Since last MOT+7,162 miles
PASS
Mileage63,712 miles
Since last MOT+9,289 miles
PASS
Mileage54,423 miles
Since last MOT+11,715 miles
PASS
Mileage42,708 miles
Since last MOT+9,045 miles
PASS
Mileage33,663 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

RegistrationFY12 KJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FY12 KJO

What car is FY12 KJO?

FY12 KJO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FY12 KJO?

The last recorded mileage for FY12 KJO was 120,788 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY12 KJO passed its MOT?

FY12 KJO has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Apr 2026.

Is FY12 KJO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY12 KJO 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 FY12 KJO?

FY12 KJO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.