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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 73,209 miles on the clock, averaging 5,151 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for KM12 XAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,318 |
| Average per year | 5,151 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KM12 XAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About KM12 XAX
What car is KM12 XAX?
KM12 XAX is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.
What is the mileage of KM12 XAX?
The last recorded mileage for KM12 XAX was 73,209 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM12 XAX passed its MOT?
KM12 XAX has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2023.
Is KM12 XAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM12 XAX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is KM12 XAX?
KM12 XAX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.