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FE12 KWJ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 143,772 miles on the clock, averaging 11,197 miles per year, above 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 FE12 KWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,772
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,197

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 reading143,772 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,388
Average per year11,197
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE12 KWJ 33k61k88k116k144k '15'25'19

Check FE12 KWJ

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,772 miles
Since last MOT+11,388 miles
PASS
Mileage132,384 miles
Since last MOT+15,766 miles
PASS
Mileage116,618 miles
Since last MOT+12,802 miles
PASS
Mileage103,816 miles
Since last MOT+7,359 miles
PASS
Mileage96,457 miles
Since last MOT+15,858 miles
PASS
Mileage80,599 miles
Since last MOT+17,716 miles
PASS
Mileage62,883 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,836 miles
Since last MOT+12,784 miles
PASS
Mileage50,052 miles
Since last MOT+8,754 miles
PASS
Mileage41,298 miles
Since last MOT+8,284 miles
PASS
Mileage33,014 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 KWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FE12 KWJ

What car is FE12 KWJ?

FE12 KWJ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of FE12 KWJ?

The last recorded mileage for FE12 KWJ was 143,772 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE12 KWJ passed its MOT?

FE12 KWJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jan 2025.

Is FE12 KWJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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