Vehicle summary
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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 113,315 miles on the clock, averaging 7,473 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for KY12 PXN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 113,315 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,473 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KY12 PXN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About KY12 PXN
What car is KY12 PXN?
KY12 PXN is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.
What is the mileage of KY12 PXN?
The last recorded mileage for KY12 PXN was 113,315 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY12 PXN passed its MOT?
KY12 PXN has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2026.
Is KY12 PXN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY12 PXN 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 KY12 PXN?
KY12 PXN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.