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FR61 BSY

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 93,928 miles on the clock, averaging 6,379 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 FR61 BSY

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,928
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,379

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,928 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,143
Average per year6,379
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR61 BSY 30k46k62k78k94k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,928 miles
Since last MOT+2,143 miles
PASS
Mileage91,785 miles
Since last MOT+2,633 miles
PASS
Mileage89,152 miles
Since last MOT+4,101 miles
PASS
Mileage85,051 miles
Since last MOT+22,190 miles
PASS
Mileage62,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,861 miles
Since last MOT+2,098 miles
PASS
Mileage60,763 miles
Since last MOT+4,633 miles
PASS
Mileage56,130 miles
Since last MOT+632 miles
PASS
Mileage55,498 miles
Since last MOT+11,511 miles
PASS
Mileage43,987 miles
Since last MOT+13,925 miles
PASS
Mileage30,062 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

RegistrationFR61 BSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About FR61 BSY

What car is FR61 BSY?

FR61 BSY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FR61 BSY?

The last recorded mileage for FR61 BSY was 93,928 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR61 BSY passed its MOT?

FR61 BSY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Aug 2025.

Is FR61 BSY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR61 BSY 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 FR61 BSY?

FR61 BSY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.