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FL12 HWU

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 112,071 miles on the clock, averaging 8,395 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 FL12 HWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,071
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
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
8,395

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 reading112,071 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,172
Average per year8,395
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FL12 HWU 27k48k69k91k112k '14'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,071 miles
Since last MOT+6,172 miles
PASS
Mileage105,899 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,899 miles
Since last MOT+7,720 miles
PASS
Mileage98,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,179 miles
Since last MOT+9,869 miles
PASS
Mileage88,310 miles
Since last MOT+9,507 miles
PASS
Mileage78,803 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,803 miles
Since last MOT+7,277 miles
PASS
Mileage71,526 miles
Since last MOT+6,897 miles
PASS
Mileage64,629 miles
Since last MOT+10,094 miles
PASS
Mileage54,535 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,534 miles
Since last MOT+9,798 miles
PASS
Mileage44,736 miles
Since last MOT+9,750 miles
PASS
Mileage34,986 miles
Since last MOT+8,396 miles
PASS
Mileage26,590 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

RegistrationFL12 HWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FL12 HWU

What car is FL12 HWU?

FL12 HWU is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of FL12 HWU?

The last recorded mileage for FL12 HWU was 112,071 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL12 HWU passed its MOT?

FL12 HWU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2025.

Is FL12 HWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL12 HWU 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 FL12 HWU?

FL12 HWU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.