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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 164,283 miles on the clock, averaging 8,533 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 FR60 FGR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 164,283 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 8,533 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FR60 FGR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 60 — September 2010 to February 2011 |
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About FR60 FGR
What car is FR60 FGR?
FR60 FGR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FR60 FGR?
The last recorded mileage for FR60 FGR was 164,283 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FR60 FGR passed its MOT?
FR60 FGR has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2026.
Is FR60 FGR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR60 FGR 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 FR60 FGR?
FR60 FGR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 60 means registered between 1 September 2010 and 28 February 2011.