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FE12 GUF

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 208,407 miles on the clock, averaging 10,598 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 FE12 GUF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
208,407
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,598

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading208,407 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year10,598
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE12 GUF 91k121k150k179k208k '15'26'22

Check FE12 GUF

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage208,407 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage208,405 miles
Since last MOT+11,797 miles
PASS
Mileage196,608 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage196,608 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,564 miles
Since last MOT+18,440 miles
PASS
Mileage178,124 miles
Since last MOT+11,181 miles
PASS
Mileage166,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,943 miles
Since last MOT+4,981 miles
PASS
Mileage161,962 miles
Since last MOT+2,928 miles
PASS
Mileage159,034 miles
Since last MOT+4,210 miles
PASS
Mileage154,824 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,824 miles
Since last MOT+4,959 miles
PASS
Mileage149,865 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage145,212 miles
Since last MOT+7,581 miles
PASS
Mileage137,631 miles
Since last MOT+7,862 miles
PASS
Mileage129,769 miles
Since last MOT+38,448 miles
PASS
Mileage91,321 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

RegistrationFE12 GUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FE12 GUF

What car is FE12 GUF?

FE12 GUF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of FE12 GUF?

The last recorded mileage for FE12 GUF was 208,407 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE12 GUF passed its MOT?

FE12 GUF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.

Is FE12 GUF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE12 GUF 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 FE12 GUF?

FE12 GUF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.