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FE12 KLS

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 138,049 miles on the clock, averaging 9,424 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 KLS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
138,049
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2015
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,424

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 reading138,049 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year9,424
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE12 KLS 34k60k86k112k138k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,049 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,046 miles
Since last MOT+8,332 miles
PASS
Mileage129,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,714 miles
Since last MOT+10,865 miles
PASS
Mileage118,849 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,749 miles
Since last MOT+11,449 miles
PASS
Mileage107,300 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,299 miles
Since last MOT+10,623 miles
PASS
Mileage96,676 miles
Since last MOT+12,209 miles
PASS
Mileage84,467 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,461 miles
Since last MOT+9,872 miles
PASS
Mileage74,589 miles
Since last MOT+4,763 miles
PASS
Mileage69,826 miles
Since last MOT+6,300 miles
PASS
Mileage63,526 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,526 miles
Since last MOT+5,886 miles
PASS
Mileage57,640 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,639 miles
Since last MOT+12,803 miles
PASS
Mileage44,836 miles
Since last MOT+11,126 miles
PASS
Mileage33,710 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 KLS
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 KLS

What car is FE12 KLS?

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

What is the mileage of FE12 KLS?

The last recorded mileage for FE12 KLS was 138,049 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE12 KLS passed its MOT?

FE12 KLS has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.

Is FE12 KLS ULEZ compliant?

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

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