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FR61 FNK

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 119,735 miles on the clock, averaging 5,875 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 FNK

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,735
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2014
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,875

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 reading119,735 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,080
Average per year5,875
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR61 FNK 50k67k85k102k120k '14'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage119,735 miles
Since last MOT+2,080 miles
PASS
Mileage117,655 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,655 miles
Since last MOT+3,926 miles
PASS
Mileage113,729 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,727 miles
Since last MOT+5,902 miles
PASS
Mileage107,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,825 miles
Since last MOT+2,819 miles
PASS
Mileage105,006 miles
Since last MOT+5,058 miles
PASS
Mileage99,948 miles
Since last MOT+3,182 miles
PASS
Mileage96,766 miles
Since last MOT+5,368 miles
PASS
Mileage91,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,398 miles
Since last MOT+7,975 miles
PASS
Mileage83,423 miles
Since last MOT+9,416 miles
PASS
Mileage74,007 miles
Since last MOT+14,220 miles
PASS
Mileage59,787 miles
Since last MOT+9,898 miles
PASS
Mileage49,889 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 FNK
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 FNK

What car is FR61 FNK?

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

What is the mileage of FR61 FNK?

The last recorded mileage for FR61 FNK was 119,735 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR61 FNK passed its MOT?

FR61 FNK has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 6 Aug 2026.

Is FR61 FNK ULEZ compliant?

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

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