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PX12 XUA

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 102,571 miles on the clock, averaging 5,323 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 PX12 XUA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
102,571
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,323

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,571 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year5,323
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PX12 XUA 45k59k74k88k103k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,571 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,566 miles
Since last MOT+5,166 miles
PASS
Mileage97,400 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,398 miles
Since last MOT+7,062 miles
PASS
Mileage90,336 miles
Since last MOT+6,204 miles
PASS
Mileage84,132 miles
Since last MOT+6,696 miles
PASS
Mileage77,436 miles
Since last MOT+4,864 miles
PASS
Mileage72,572 miles
Since last MOT+7,247 miles
PASS
Mileage65,325 miles
Since last MOT+6,021 miles
PASS
Mileage59,304 miles
Since last MOT+3,394 miles
PASS
Mileage55,910 miles
Since last MOT+4,847 miles
PASS
Mileage51,063 miles
Since last MOT+6,105 miles
PASS
Mileage44,958 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

RegistrationPX12 XUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About PX12 XUA

What car is PX12 XUA?

PX12 XUA is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2012.

What is the mileage of PX12 XUA?

The last recorded mileage for PX12 XUA was 102,571 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX12 XUA passed its MOT?

PX12 XUA has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.

Is PX12 XUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX12 XUA 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 PX12 XUA?

PX12 XUA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.