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FL12 RPV

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 87,561 miles on the clock, averaging 6,969 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 FL12 RPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,561
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,969

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 reading87,561 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,969
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL12 RPV 18k35k53k70k88k '15'25'21

Check FL12 RPV

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,561 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,561 miles
Since last MOT+6,965 miles
PASS
Mileage80,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,596 miles
Since last MOT+3,677 miles
PASS
Mileage76,919 miles
Since last MOT+7,719 miles
PASS
Mileage69,200 miles
Since last MOT+6,406 miles
PASS
Mileage62,794 miles
Since last MOT+5,199 miles
PASS
Mileage57,595 miles
Since last MOT+11,810 miles
PASS
Mileage45,785 miles
Since last MOT+23,548 miles
PASS
Mileage22,237 miles
Since last MOT+2,042 miles
PASS
Mileage20,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,195 miles
Since last MOT+2,275 miles
PASS
Mileage17,920 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 RPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
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 RPV

What car is FL12 RPV?

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

What is the mileage of FL12 RPV?

The last recorded mileage for FL12 RPV was 87,561 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL12 RPV passed its MOT?

FL12 RPV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.

Is FL12 RPV ULEZ compliant?

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

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