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FR61 BZG

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 140,108 miles on the clock, averaging 9,152 miles per year, above 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 BZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,108
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,152

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading140,108 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,152
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR61 BZG 46k69k93k116k140k '15'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,108 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,108 miles
Since last MOT+425 miles
PASS
Mileage139,683 miles
Since last MOT+868 miles
PASS
Mileage138,815 miles
Since last MOT+7,143 miles
PASS
Mileage131,672 miles
Since last MOT+8,589 miles
PASS
Mileage123,083 miles
Since last MOT+16,251 miles
PASS
Mileage106,832 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,832 miles
Since last MOT+17,113 miles
PASS
Mileage89,719 miles
Since last MOT+14,004 miles
PASS
Mileage75,715 miles
Since last MOT+16,652 miles
PASS
Mileage59,063 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,062 miles
Since last MOT+13,489 miles
PASS
Mileage45,573 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,573 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 BZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 BZG

What car is FR61 BZG?

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

What is the mileage of FR61 BZG?

The last recorded mileage for FR61 BZG was 140,108 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR61 BZG passed its MOT?

FR61 BZG has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2025.

Is FR61 BZG ULEZ compliant?

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

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