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HJ12 WJE

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 114,326 miles on the clock, averaging 8,338 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 HJ12 WJE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
114,326
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
8,338

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 reading114,326 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,224
Average per year8,338
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HJ12 WJE 19k43k67k90k114k '15'26'20

Check HJ12 WJE

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,326 miles
Since last MOT+10,224 miles
PASS
Mileage104,102 miles
Since last MOT+8,526 miles
PASS
Mileage95,576 miles
Since last MOT+10,150 miles
PASS
Mileage85,426 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,416 miles
Since last MOT+12,407 miles
PASS
Mileage73,009 miles
Since last MOT+15,973 miles
PASS
Mileage57,036 miles
Since last MOT+10,276 miles
PASS
Mileage46,760 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,760 miles
Since last MOT+12,979 miles
PASS
Mileage33,781 miles
Since last MOT+3,381 miles
PASS
Mileage30,400 miles
Since last MOT+3,968 miles
PASS
Mileage26,432 miles
Since last MOT+2,971 miles
PASS
Mileage23,461 miles
Since last MOT+4,714 miles
PASS
Mileage18,747 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,747 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

RegistrationHJ12 WJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeHJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About HJ12 WJE

What car is HJ12 WJE?

HJ12 WJE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2012.

What is the mileage of HJ12 WJE?

The last recorded mileage for HJ12 WJE was 114,326 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ12 WJE passed its MOT?

HJ12 WJE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.

Is HJ12 WJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ12 WJE 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 HJ12 WJE?

HJ12 WJE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.