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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 90,010 miles on the clock, averaging 8,830 miles per year, around 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 FP12 JNK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 90,010 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 267 |
| Average per year | 8,830 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | FP12 JNK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About FP12 JNK
What car is FP12 JNK?
FP12 JNK is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of FP12 JNK?
The last recorded mileage for FP12 JNK was 90,010 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP12 JNK passed its MOT?
FP12 JNK has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Jan 2023.
Is FP12 JNK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP12 JNK 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 FP12 JNK?
FP12 JNK is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.