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KE12 CFJ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 54,537 miles on the clock, averaging 2,035 miles per year, well 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 KE12 CFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
54,537
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
2,035

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

Low mileage
Latest reading54,537 miles
Reading date
Miles last year196
Average per year2,035
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KE12 CFJ 35k40k45k50k55k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,537 miles
Since last MOT+196 miles
PASS
Mileage54,341 miles
Since last MOT+2,198 miles
PASS
Mileage52,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,143 miles
Since last MOT+1,820 miles
PASS
Mileage50,323 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,323 miles
Since last MOT+1,147 miles
PASS
Mileage49,176 miles
Since last MOT+569 miles
PASS
Mileage48,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,607 miles
Since last MOT+2,975 miles
PASS
Mileage45,632 miles
Since last MOT+2,073 miles
PASS
Mileage43,559 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,559 miles
Since last MOT+3,366 miles
PASS
Mileage40,193 miles
Since last MOT+2,452 miles
PASS
Mileage37,741 miles
Since last MOT+2,520 miles
PASS
Mileage35,221 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

RegistrationKE12 CFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About KE12 CFJ

What car is KE12 CFJ?

KE12 CFJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KE12 CFJ?

The last recorded mileage for KE12 CFJ was 54,537 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KE12 CFJ passed its MOT?

KE12 CFJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2025.

Is KE12 CFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE12 CFJ 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 KE12 CFJ?

KE12 CFJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.