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KN12 AEF

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 91,356 miles on the clock, averaging 6,536 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 KN12 AEF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
91,356
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,536

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,356 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,790
Average per year6,536
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN12 AEF 24k41k58k75k91k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,356 miles
Since last MOT+8,790 miles
PASS
Mileage82,566 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,566 miles
Since last MOT+1,501 miles
PASS
Mileage81,065 miles
Since last MOT+5,969 miles
PASS
Mileage75,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,096 miles
Since last MOT+5,706 miles
PASS
Mileage69,390 miles
Since last MOT+4,339 miles
PASS
Mileage65,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,051 miles
Since last MOT+2,109 miles
PASS
Mileage62,942 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,941 miles
Since last MOT+7,437 miles
PASS
Mileage55,504 miles
Since last MOT+13,413 miles
PASS
Mileage42,091 miles
Since last MOT+4,475 miles
PASS
Mileage37,616 miles
Since last MOT+5,086 miles
PASS
Mileage32,530 miles
Since last MOT+8,392 miles
PASS
Mileage24,138 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

RegistrationKN12 AEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About KN12 AEF

What car is KN12 AEF?

KN12 AEF is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KN12 AEF?

The last recorded mileage for KN12 AEF was 91,356 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN12 AEF passed its MOT?

KN12 AEF has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2025.

Is KN12 AEF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN12 AEF 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 KN12 AEF?

KN12 AEF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.