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RJ12 JVL

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 132,757 miles on the clock, averaging 9,581 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 RJ12 JVL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
132,757
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,581

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading132,757 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,544
Average per year9,581
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ12 JVL 30k56k81k107k133k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,757 miles
Since last MOT+12,544 miles
PASS
Mileage120,213 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,213 miles
Since last MOT+10,000 miles
PASS
Mileage110,213 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,213 miles
Since last MOT+8,329 miles
PASS
Mileage101,884 miles
Since last MOT+5,382 miles
PASS
Mileage96,502 miles
Since last MOT+1,469 miles
PASS
Mileage95,033 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,031 miles
Since last MOT+25,148 miles
PASS
Mileage69,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,672 miles
PASS
Mileage64,211 miles
Since last MOT+10,524 miles
PASS
Mileage53,687 miles
Since last MOT+12,979 miles
PASS
Mileage40,708 miles
Since last MOT+10,957 miles
PASS
Mileage29,751 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

RegistrationRJ12 JVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RJ12 JVL

What car is RJ12 JVL?

RJ12 JVL is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RJ12 JVL?

The last recorded mileage for RJ12 JVL was 132,757 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ12 JVL passed its MOT?

RJ12 JVL has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.

Is RJ12 JVL ULEZ compliant?

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

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