Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 137,242 miles on the clock, averaging 9,319 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for NJ12 LCM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,242 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,319 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ12 LCM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About NJ12 LCM
What car is NJ12 LCM?
NJ12 LCM is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.
What is the mileage of NJ12 LCM?
The last recorded mileage for NJ12 LCM was 137,242 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ12 LCM passed its MOT?
NJ12 LCM has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.
Is NJ12 LCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ12 LCM 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 NJ12 LCM?
NJ12 LCM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.