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FE12 KYH

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 85,389 miles on the clock, averaging 6,405 miles per year, below 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 KYH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
85,389
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,405

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading85,389 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,405
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE12 KYH 19k35k52k69k85k '15'25'20

Check FE12 KYH

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,389 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,387 miles
Since last MOT+8,479 miles
PASS
Mileage76,908 miles
Since last MOT+5,595 miles
PASS
Mileage71,313 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,313 miles
Since last MOT+6,769 miles
PASS
Mileage64,544 miles
Since last MOT+6,563 miles
PASS
Mileage57,981 miles
Since last MOT+4,491 miles
PASS
Mileage53,490 miles
Since last MOT+6,179 miles
PASS
Mileage47,311 miles
Since last MOT+7,886 miles
PASS
Mileage39,425 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,425 miles
Since last MOT+6,533 miles
PASS
Mileage32,892 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,892 miles
Since last MOT+6,468 miles
PASS
Mileage26,424 miles
Since last MOT+7,849 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,575 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 KYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
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 KYH

What car is FE12 KYH?

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

What is the mileage of FE12 KYH?

The last recorded mileage for FE12 KYH was 85,389 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE12 KYH passed its MOT?

FE12 KYH has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2025.

Is FE12 KYH ULEZ compliant?

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

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