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FE12 KMG

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 119,551 miles on the clock, averaging 6,750 miles per year, below 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 KMG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
119,551
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,750

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,551 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year6,750
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE12 KMG 47k65k83k101k120k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,551 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,548 miles
Since last MOT+4,119 miles
PASS
Mileage115,429 miles
Since last MOT+3,566 miles
PASS
Mileage111,863 miles
Since last MOT+2,657 miles
PASS
Mileage109,206 miles
Since last MOT+3,159 miles
PASS
Mileage106,047 miles
Since last MOT+5,155 miles
PASS
Mileage100,892 miles
Since last MOT+9,416 miles
PASS
Mileage91,476 miles
Since last MOT+10,031 miles
PASS
Mileage81,445 miles
Since last MOT+8,111 miles
PASS
Mileage73,334 miles
Since last MOT+12,583 miles
PASS
Mileage60,751 miles
Since last MOT+13,985 miles
PASS
Mileage46,766 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 KMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
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 KMG

What car is FE12 KMG?

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

What is the mileage of FE12 KMG?

The last recorded mileage for FE12 KMG was 119,551 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE12 KMG passed its MOT?

FE12 KMG has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.

Is FE12 KMG ULEZ compliant?

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

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