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FT12 AYA

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 89,191 miles on the clock, averaging 5,866 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 FT12 AYA

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,191
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,866

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading89,191 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,143
Average per year5,866
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT12 AYA 28k43k59k74k89k '15'25'21

Check FT12 AYA

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,191 miles
Since last MOT+6,143 miles
PASS
Mileage83,048 miles
Since last MOT+8,212 miles
PASS
Mileage74,836 miles
Since last MOT+13,160 miles
PASS
Mileage61,676 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
PASS
Mileage61,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,646 miles
Since last MOT+4,789 miles
PASS
Mileage56,857 miles
Since last MOT+7,542 miles
PASS
Mileage49,315 miles
Since last MOT+5,968 miles
PASS
Mileage43,347 miles
Since last MOT+5,401 miles
PASS
Mileage37,946 miles
Since last MOT+6,541 miles
PASS
Mileage31,405 miles
Since last MOT+3,456 miles
PASS
Mileage27,949 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

RegistrationFT12 AYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FT12 AYA

What car is FT12 AYA?

FT12 AYA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FT12 AYA?

The last recorded mileage for FT12 AYA was 89,191 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT12 AYA passed its MOT?

FT12 AYA has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.

Is FT12 AYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT12 AYA 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 FT12 AYA?

FT12 AYA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.