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LB12 KXU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Wimbledon, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 94,453 miles on the clock, averaging 6,120 miles per year, below 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 LB12 KXU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,453
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
6,120

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

Below average
Latest reading94,453 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,006
Average per year6,120
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB12 KXU 27k44k61k78k94k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,453 miles
Since last MOT+6,006 miles
PASS
Mileage88,447 miles
Since last MOT+118 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,329 miles
Since last MOT+6,010 miles
PASS
Mileage82,319 miles
Since last MOT+4,927 miles
PASS
Mileage77,392 miles
Since last MOT+5,320 miles
PASS
Mileage72,072 miles
Since last MOT+4,213 miles
PASS
Mileage67,859 miles
Since last MOT+3,228 miles
PASS
Mileage64,631 miles
Since last MOT+3,587 miles
PASS
Mileage61,044 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage54,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,903 miles
Since last MOT+13,456 miles
PASS
Mileage41,447 miles
Since last MOT+7,221 miles
PASS
Mileage34,226 miles
Since last MOT+7,398 miles
PASS
Mileage26,828 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

RegistrationLB12 KXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LB12 KXU

What car is LB12 KXU?

LB12 KXU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2012.

What is the mileage of LB12 KXU?

The last recorded mileage for LB12 KXU was 94,453 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB12 KXU passed its MOT?

LB12 KXU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2026.

Is LB12 KXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB12 KXU 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 LB12 KXU?

LB12 KXU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.