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FH12 RUO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 92,502 miles on the clock, averaging 8,216 miles per year, around 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 RUO

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,502
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,216

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading92,502 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,216
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH12 RUO 39k53k66k79k93k '15'21'18

Check FH12 RUO

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,502 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,502 miles
Since last MOT+12,414 miles
PASS
Mileage80,088 miles
Since last MOT+9,746 miles
PASS
Mileage70,342 miles
Since last MOT+6,466 miles
PASS
Mileage63,876 miles
Since last MOT+12,076 miles
PASS
Mileage51,800 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,797 miles
Since last MOT+3,342 miles
PASS
Mileage48,455 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,455 miles
Since last MOT+9,128 miles
PASS
Mileage39,327 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 RUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
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 RUO

What car is FH12 RUO?

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

What is the mileage of FH12 RUO?

The last recorded mileage for FH12 RUO was 92,502 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH12 RUO passed its MOT?

FH12 RUO has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2021.

Is FH12 RUO ULEZ compliant?

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

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