Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 185,819 miles on the clock, averaging 12,047 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FR61 DZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,652 |
| Average per year | 12,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FR61 DZA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FR61 DZA
What car is FR61 DZA?
FR61 DZA is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FR61 DZA?
The last recorded mileage for FR61 DZA was 185,819 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FR61 DZA passed its MOT?
FR61 DZA has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2026.
Is FR61 DZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR61 DZA 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 DZA?
FR61 DZA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.