Vehicle summary
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 163,603 miles on the clock, averaging 12,905 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 FT12 MLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,603 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,550 |
| Average per year | 12,905 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FT12 MLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About FT12 MLU
What car is FT12 MLU?
FT12 MLU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FT12 MLU?
The last recorded mileage for FT12 MLU was 163,603 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT12 MLU passed its MOT?
FT12 MLU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is FT12 MLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT12 MLU 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 MLU?
FT12 MLU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.