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FH12 XVV

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 89,594 miles on the clock, averaging 7,289 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FH12 XVV

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,594
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,289

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading89,594 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,529
Average per year7,289
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH12 XVV 15k34k52k71k90k '15'25'20

Check FH12 XVV

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,594 miles
Since last MOT+7,529 miles
PASS
Mileage82,065 miles
Since last MOT+6,989 miles
PASS
Mileage75,076 miles
Since last MOT+6,665 miles
PASS
Mileage68,411 miles
Since last MOT+5,588 miles
PASS
Mileage62,823 miles
Since last MOT+4,842 miles
PASS
Mileage57,981 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,943 miles
Since last MOT+5,874 miles
PASS
Mileage52,069 miles
Since last MOT+7,979 miles
PASS
Mileage44,090 miles
Since last MOT+10,317 miles
PASS
Mileage33,773 miles
Since last MOT+10,845 miles
PASS
Mileage22,928 miles
Since last MOT+7,902 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,026 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 XVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FH12 XVV

What car is FH12 XVV?

FH12 XVV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of FH12 XVV?

The last recorded mileage for FH12 XVV was 89,594 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH12 XVV passed its MOT?

FH12 XVV has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.

Is FH12 XVV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH12 XVV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is FH12 XVV?

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