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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 Petrol 1984cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 178,673 miles on the clock, averaging 14,418 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for PB07 RJB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 14,418 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PB07 RJB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PB — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About PB07 RJB
What car is PB07 RJB?
PB07 RJB is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.
What is the mileage of PB07 RJB?
The last recorded mileage for PB07 RJB was 178,673 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PB07 RJB passed its MOT?
PB07 RJB has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2023.
Is PB07 RJB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PB07 RJB is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PB07 RJB?
PB07 RJB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.