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KN12 HWS

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 54,113 miles on the clock, averaging 3,406 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for KN12 HWS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
54,113
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
100%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
3,406

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 reading54,113 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,048
Average per year3,406
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN12 HWS 18k27k36k45k54k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,113 miles
Since last MOT+3,048 miles
PASS
Mileage51,065 miles
Since last MOT+2,356 miles
PASS
Mileage48,709 miles
Since last MOT+3,281 miles
PASS
Mileage45,428 miles
Since last MOT+2,484 miles
PASS
Mileage42,944 miles
Since last MOT+2,192 miles
PASS
Mileage40,752 miles
Since last MOT+4,948 miles
PASS
Mileage35,804 miles
Since last MOT+2,671 miles
PASS
Mileage33,133 miles
Since last MOT+3,629 miles
PASS
Mileage29,504 miles
Since last MOT+4,517 miles
PASS
Mileage24,987 miles
Since last MOT+6,637 miles
PASS
Mileage18,350 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 HWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About KN12 HWS

What car is KN12 HWS?

KN12 HWS is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KN12 HWS?

The last recorded mileage for KN12 HWS was 54,113 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN12 HWS passed its MOT?

KN12 HWS has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2025.

Is KN12 HWS ULEZ compliant?

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

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