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KX12 YNB

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 134,102 miles on the clock, averaging 7,707 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 KX12 YNB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
134,102
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,707

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,102 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,707
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KX12 YNB 48k69k91k113k134k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,102 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,102 miles
Since last MOT+1,714 miles
PASS
Mileage132,388 miles
Since last MOT+1,913 miles
PASS
Mileage130,475 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,474 miles
Since last MOT+4,072 miles
PASS
Mileage126,402 miles
Since last MOT+6,321 miles
PASS
Mileage120,081 miles
Since last MOT+6,612 miles
PASS
Mileage113,469 miles
Since last MOT+7,373 miles
PASS
Mileage106,096 miles
Since last MOT+15,266 miles
PASS
Mileage90,830 miles
Since last MOT+14,463 miles
PASS
Mileage76,367 miles
Since last MOT+12,725 miles
PASS
Mileage63,642 miles
Since last MOT+6,420 miles
PASS
Mileage57,222 miles
Since last MOT+9,303 miles
PASS
Mileage47,919 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

RegistrationKX12 YNB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKX — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About KX12 YNB

What car is KX12 YNB?

KX12 YNB is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KX12 YNB?

The last recorded mileage for KX12 YNB was 134,102 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX12 YNB passed its MOT?

KX12 YNB has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2026.

Is KX12 YNB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX12 YNB 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 KX12 YNB?

KX12 YNB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.