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LM03 JAB

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 123,944 miles on the clock, averaging 6,507 miles per year, below 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 LM03 JAB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,944
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,507

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,944 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,507
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM03 JAB 55k72k89k107k124k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,944 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,942 miles
Since last MOT+10,000 miles
PASS
Mileage113,942 miles
Since last MOT+5,294 miles
PASS
Mileage108,648 miles
Since last MOT+4,539 miles
PASS
Mileage104,109 miles
Since last MOT+4,735 miles
PASS
Mileage99,374 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,374 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage93,233 miles
Since last MOT+6,021 miles
PASS
Mileage87,212 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,211 miles
Since last MOT+5,677 miles
PASS
Mileage81,534 miles
Since last MOT+6,469 miles
PASS
Mileage75,065 miles
Since last MOT+5,799 miles
PASS
Mileage69,266 miles
Since last MOT+5,020 miles
PASS
Mileage64,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,246 miles
Since last MOT+9,679 miles
PASS
Mileage54,567 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

RegistrationLM03 JAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LM03 JAB

What car is LM03 JAB?

LM03 JAB is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LM03 JAB?

The last recorded mileage for LM03 JAB was 123,944 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM03 JAB passed its MOT?

LM03 JAB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2026.

Is LM03 JAB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM03 JAB 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 LM03 JAB?

LM03 JAB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.