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NA12 LJX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 92,224 miles on the clock, averaging 9,534 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 NA12 LJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,224
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,534

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading92,224 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year9,534
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NA12 LJX 30k45k61k77k92k '15'21'18

Check NA12 LJX

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,224 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,220 miles
Since last MOT+13,648 miles
PASS
Mileage78,572 miles
Since last MOT+11,616 miles
PASS
Mileage66,956 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,956 miles
Since last MOT+15,627 miles
PASS
Mileage51,329 miles
Since last MOT+10,848 miles
PASS
Mileage40,481 miles
Since last MOT+4,574 miles
PASS
Mileage35,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,571 miles
PASS
Mileage31,336 miles
Since last MOT+1,414 miles
PASS
Mileage29,922 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

RegistrationNA12 LJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeNA — Newcastle, North
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About NA12 LJX

What car is NA12 LJX?

NA12 LJX is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.

What is the mileage of NA12 LJX?

The last recorded mileage for NA12 LJX was 92,224 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NA12 LJX passed its MOT?

NA12 LJX has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2021.

Is NA12 LJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NA12 LJX 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 NA12 LJX?

NA12 LJX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.