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RJ12 BJO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 87,776 miles on the clock, averaging 6,227 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for RJ12 BJO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
87,776
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
6,227

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 reading87,776 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,996
Average per year6,227
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ12 BJO 21k38k54k71k88k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,776 miles
Since last MOT+3,996 miles
PASS
Mileage83,780 miles
Since last MOT+2,867 miles
PASS
Mileage80,913 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,900 miles
Since last MOT+7,547 miles
PASS
Mileage73,353 miles
Since last MOT+4,657 miles
PASS
Mileage68,696 miles
Since last MOT+6,439 miles
PASS
Mileage62,257 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,254 miles
Since last MOT+10,516 miles
PASS
Mileage51,738 miles
Since last MOT+7,765 miles
PASS
Mileage43,973 miles
Since last MOT+8,623 miles
PASS
Mileage35,350 miles
Since last MOT+7,688 miles
PASS
Mileage27,662 miles
Since last MOT+6,609 miles
PASS
Mileage21,053 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 BJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RJ12 BJO

What car is RJ12 BJO?

RJ12 BJO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RJ12 BJO?

The last recorded mileage for RJ12 BJO was 87,776 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ12 BJO passed its MOT?

RJ12 BJO has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.

Is RJ12 BJO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ12 BJO 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 RJ12 BJO?

RJ12 BJO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.