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FA07 CAL

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 174,809 miles on the clock, averaging 13,310 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 FA07 CAL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
174,809
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
13,310

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading174,809 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,361
Average per year13,310
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FA07 CAL 38k72k106k141k175k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage174,809 miles
Since last MOT+6,361 miles
PASS
Mileage168,448 miles
Since last MOT+12,482 miles
PASS
Mileage155,966 miles
Since last MOT+15,461 miles
PASS
Mileage140,505 miles
Since last MOT+12,053 miles
PASS
Mileage128,452 miles
Since last MOT+5,330 miles
PASS
Mileage123,122 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,122 miles
Since last MOT+9,099 miles
PASS
Mileage114,023 miles
Since last MOT+440 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,583 miles
Since last MOT+24,284 miles
PASS
Mileage89,299 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,299 miles
Since last MOT+24,146 miles
PASS
Mileage65,153 miles
Since last MOT+14,598 miles
PASS
Mileage50,555 miles
Since last MOT+12,578 miles
PASS
Mileage37,977 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,976 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

RegistrationFA07 CAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier07 — March 2007 to August 2007

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About FA07 CAL

What car is FA07 CAL?

FA07 CAL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of FA07 CAL?

The last recorded mileage for FA07 CAL was 174,809 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FA07 CAL passed its MOT?

FA07 CAL has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2026.

Is FA07 CAL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA07 CAL 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 FA07 CAL?

FA07 CAL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.