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FH12 RTO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 84,489 miles on the clock, averaging 6,173 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 FH12 RTO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,489
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,173

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 reading84,489 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,173
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH12 RTO 21k37k53k69k84k '15'25'21

Check FH12 RTO

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,489 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,487 miles
Since last MOT+4,689 miles
PASS
Mileage79,798 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,797 miles
Since last MOT+3,034 miles
PASS
Mileage76,763 miles
Since last MOT+6,549 miles
PASS
Mileage70,214 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,214 miles
Since last MOT+18,238 miles
PASS
Mileage51,976 miles
Since last MOT+5,479 miles
PASS
Mileage46,497 miles
Since last MOT+5,045 miles
PASS
Mileage41,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,452 miles
Since last MOT+9,616 miles
PASS
Mileage31,836 miles
Since last MOT+299 miles
PASS
Mileage31,537 miles
Since last MOT+4,172 miles
PASS
Mileage27,365 miles
Since last MOT+6,762 miles
PASS
Mileage20,603 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

RegistrationFH12 RTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FH12 RTO

What car is FH12 RTO?

FH12 RTO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of FH12 RTO?

The last recorded mileage for FH12 RTO was 84,489 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH12 RTO passed its MOT?

FH12 RTO has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.

Is FH12 RTO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH12 RTO 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 FH12 RTO?

FH12 RTO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.