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PX12 XWU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 151,002 miles on the clock, averaging 11,907 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 PX12 XWU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
151,002
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,907

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,002 miles
Reading date
Miles last year738
Average per year11,907
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PX12 XWU 20k53k85k118k151k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,002 miles
Since last MOT+738 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,264 miles
Since last MOT+17,383 miles
PASS
Mileage132,881 miles
Since last MOT+14,275 miles
PASS
Mileage118,606 miles
Since last MOT+19,275 miles
PASS
Mileage99,331 miles
Since last MOT+28,339 miles
PASS
Mileage70,992 miles
Since last MOT+13,760 miles
PASS
Mileage57,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,232 miles
Since last MOT+16,547 miles
PASS
Mileage40,685 miles
Since last MOT+11,947 miles
PASS
Mileage28,738 miles
Since last MOT+8,788 miles
PASS
Mileage19,950 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 XWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About PX12 XWU

What car is PX12 XWU?

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

What is the mileage of PX12 XWU?

The last recorded mileage for PX12 XWU was 151,002 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX12 XWU passed its MOT?

PX12 XWU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2026.

Is PX12 XWU ULEZ compliant?

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

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