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FT12 CLU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 79,411 miles on the clock, averaging 5,559 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FT12 CLU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
79,411
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
5,559

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading79,411 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,210
Average per year5,559
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT12 CLU 20k35k50k64k79k '15'25'20

Check FT12 CLU

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,411 miles
Since last MOT+8,210 miles
PASS
Mileage71,201 miles
Since last MOT+13,806 miles
PASS
Mileage57,395 miles
Since last MOT+1,923 miles
PASS
Mileage55,472 miles
Since last MOT+4,564 miles
PASS
Mileage50,908 miles
Since last MOT+2,654 miles
PASS
Mileage48,254 miles
Since last MOT+5,943 miles
PASS
Mileage42,311 miles
Since last MOT+5,061 miles
PASS
Mileage37,250 miles
Since last MOT+4,228 miles
PASS
Mileage33,022 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,022 miles
Since last MOT+6,734 miles
PASS
Mileage26,288 miles
Since last MOT+6,532 miles
PASS
Mileage19,756 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 CLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FT12 CLU

What car is FT12 CLU?

FT12 CLU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FT12 CLU?

The last recorded mileage for FT12 CLU was 79,411 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT12 CLU passed its MOT?

FT12 CLU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.

Is FT12 CLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT12 CLU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is FT12 CLU?

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