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LT12 SJX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 141,701 miles on the clock, averaging 8,985 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 LT12 SJX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
141,701
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,985

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading141,701 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,389
Average per year8,985
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT12 SJX 45k70k94k118k142k '15'25'19

Check LT12 SJX

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,701 miles
Since last MOT+7,389 miles
PASS
Mileage134,312 miles
Since last MOT+6,737 miles
PASS
Mileage127,575 miles
Since last MOT+6,997 miles
PASS
Mileage120,578 miles
Since last MOT+5,549 miles
PASS
Mileage115,029 miles
Since last MOT+5,153 miles
PASS
Mileage109,876 miles
Since last MOT+8,410 miles
PASS
Mileage101,466 miles
Since last MOT+9,046 miles
PASS
Mileage92,420 miles
Since last MOT+4,333 miles
PASS
Mileage88,087 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,087 miles
Since last MOT+12,290 miles
PASS
Mileage75,797 miles
Since last MOT+311 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,486 miles
Since last MOT+11,892 miles
PASS
Mileage63,594 miles
Since last MOT+18,155 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,439 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

RegistrationLT12 SJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LT12 SJX

What car is LT12 SJX?

LT12 SJX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LT12 SJX?

The last recorded mileage for LT12 SJX was 141,701 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT12 SJX passed its MOT?

LT12 SJX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.

Is LT12 SJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT12 SJX 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 LT12 SJX?

LT12 SJX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.