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FT12 PTX

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 103,437 miles on the clock, averaging 6,215 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 PTX

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,437
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,215

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,437 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,968
Average per year6,215
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT12 PTX 40k56k72k88k103k '15'25'20

Check FT12 PTX

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,437 miles
Since last MOT+3,968 miles
PASS
Mileage99,469 miles
Since last MOT+5,163 miles
PASS
Mileage94,306 miles
Since last MOT+5,920 miles
PASS
Mileage88,386 miles
Since last MOT+3,752 miles
PASS
Mileage84,634 miles
Since last MOT+3,437 miles
PASS
Mileage81,197 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,196 miles
Since last MOT+5,983 miles
PASS
Mileage75,213 miles
Since last MOT+4,955 miles
PASS
Mileage70,258 miles
Since last MOT+6,540 miles
PASS
Mileage63,718 miles
Since last MOT+6,695 miles
PASS
Mileage57,023 miles
Since last MOT+12,897 miles
PASS
Mileage44,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,322 miles
PASS
Mileage39,804 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 PTX
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 PTX

What car is FT12 PTX?

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

What is the mileage of FT12 PTX?

The last recorded mileage for FT12 PTX was 103,437 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT12 PTX passed its MOT?

FT12 PTX has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Aug 2025.

Is FT12 PTX ULEZ compliant?

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

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