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FT12 MLY

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 153,600 miles on the clock, averaging 9,772 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 MLY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
153,600
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,772

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading153,600 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,772
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT12 MLY 50k76k102k128k154k '15'25'20

Check FT12 MLY

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,600 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,600 miles
Since last MOT+12,653 miles
PASS
Mileage140,947 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,947 miles
Since last MOT+6,238 miles
PASS
Mileage134,709 miles
Since last MOT+9,976 miles
PASS
Mileage124,733 miles
Since last MOT+4,077 miles
PASS
Mileage120,656 miles
Since last MOT+8,193 miles
PASS
Mileage112,463 miles
Since last MOT+13,908 miles
PASS
Mileage98,555 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,555 miles
Since last MOT+5,515 miles
PASS
Mileage93,040 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,034 miles
Since last MOT+15,221 miles
PASS
Mileage77,813 miles
Since last MOT+13,894 miles
PASS
Mileage63,919 miles
Since last MOT+13,511 miles
PASS
Mileage50,408 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 MLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
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 MLY

What car is FT12 MLY?

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

What is the mileage of FT12 MLY?

The last recorded mileage for FT12 MLY was 153,600 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT12 MLY passed its MOT?

FT12 MLY has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.

Is FT12 MLY ULEZ compliant?

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

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