Vehicle summary
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 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 140,137 miles on the clock, averaging 420 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FL61 UUE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 140,137 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,456 |
| Average per year | 420 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL61 UUE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FL61 UUE
What car is FL61 UUE?
FL61 UUE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of FL61 UUE?
The last recorded mileage for FL61 UUE was 140,137 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL61 UUE passed its MOT?
FL61 UUE has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Sep 2024.
Is FL61 UUE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL61 UUE 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 FL61 UUE?
FL61 UUE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.