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FL12 HWZ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 137,962 miles on the clock, averaging 13,197 miles per year, above 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 HWZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,962
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,197

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading137,962 miles
Reading date
Miles last year109
Average per year13,197
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL12 HWZ 7k40k72k105k138k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,962 miles
Since last MOT+109 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,853 miles
Since last MOT+16,799 miles
PASS
Mileage121,054 miles
Since last MOT+20,291 miles
PASS
Mileage100,763 miles
Since last MOT+18,929 miles
PASS
Mileage81,834 miles
Since last MOT+35,485 miles
PASS
Mileage46,349 miles
Since last MOT+12,015 miles
PASS
Mileage34,334 miles
Since last MOT+11,971 miles
PASS
Mileage22,363 miles
Since last MOT+13,153 miles
PASS
Mileage9,210 miles
Since last MOT+2,229 miles
PASS
Mileage6,981 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 HWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
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 HWZ

What car is FL12 HWZ?

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

What is the mileage of FL12 HWZ?

The last recorded mileage for FL12 HWZ was 137,962 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL12 HWZ passed its MOT?

FL12 HWZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Feb 2025.

Is FL12 HWZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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