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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 119,190 miles on the clock, averaging 8,377 miles per year, around 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 CP12 FMM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,190 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,377 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CP12 FMM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About CP12 FMM
What car is CP12 FMM?
CP12 FMM is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2012.
What is the mileage of CP12 FMM?
The last recorded mileage for CP12 FMM was 119,190 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP12 FMM passed its MOT?
CP12 FMM has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is CP12 FMM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP12 FMM 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 CP12 FMM?
CP12 FMM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.