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KY12 PXS

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
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 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 126,086 miles on the clock, averaging 9,171 miles per year, above 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 KY12 PXS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
126,086
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,171

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading126,086 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,326
Average per year9,171
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KY12 PXS 29k53k77k102k126k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,086 miles
Since last MOT+17,326 miles
PASS
Mileage108,760 miles
Since last MOT+4,291 miles
PASS
Mileage104,469 miles
Since last MOT+4,489 miles
PASS
Mileage99,980 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,978 miles
Since last MOT+6,191 miles
PASS
Mileage93,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,787 miles
Since last MOT+7,435 miles
PASS
Mileage86,352 miles
Since last MOT+3,330 miles
PASS
Mileage83,022 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,021 miles
Since last MOT+9,409 miles
PASS
Mileage73,612 miles
Since last MOT+15,102 miles
PASS
Mileage58,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,510 miles
Since last MOT+16,293 miles
PASS
Mileage42,217 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,217 miles
Since last MOT+13,664 miles
PASS
Mileage28,553 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

RegistrationKY12 PXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKY — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About KY12 PXS

What car is KY12 PXS?

KY12 PXS is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KY12 PXS?

The last recorded mileage for KY12 PXS was 126,086 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KY12 PXS passed its MOT?

KY12 PXS has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2025.

Is KY12 PXS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY12 PXS 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 KY12 PXS?

KY12 PXS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.