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FE12 NKX

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 137,034 miles on the clock, averaging 8,694 miles per year, around 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 NKX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
137,034
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,694

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,034 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year8,694
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE12 NKX 40k64k89k113k137k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,034 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,030 miles
Since last MOT+2,763 miles
PASS
Mileage134,267 miles
Since last MOT+3,616 miles
PASS
Mileage130,651 miles
Since last MOT+5,544 miles
PASS
Mileage125,107 miles
Since last MOT+5,627 miles
PASS
Mileage119,480 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,378 miles
Since last MOT+11,926 miles
PASS
Mileage107,452 miles
Since last MOT+14,235 miles
PASS
Mileage93,217 miles
Since last MOT+9,095 miles
PASS
Mileage84,122 miles
Since last MOT+90 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,032 miles
Since last MOT+9,380 miles
PASS
Mileage74,652 miles
Since last MOT+10,755 miles
PASS
Mileage63,897 miles
Since last MOT+7,727 miles
PASS
Mileage56,170 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,170 miles
Since last MOT+16,090 miles
PASS
Mileage40,080 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 NKX
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 NKX

What car is FE12 NKX?

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

What is the mileage of FE12 NKX?

The last recorded mileage for FE12 NKX was 137,034 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE12 NKX passed its MOT?

FE12 NKX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.

Is FE12 NKX ULEZ compliant?

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

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