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FT12 RDZ

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 123,748 miles on the clock, averaging 7,390 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 RDZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,748
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,390

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 reading123,748 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,426
Average per year7,390
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT12 RDZ 46k65k85k104k124k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,748 miles
Since last MOT+8,426 miles
PASS
Mileage115,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,322 miles
Since last MOT+6,112 miles
PASS
Mileage109,210 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,210 miles
Since last MOT+8,592 miles
PASS
Mileage100,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,618 miles
Since last MOT+8,205 miles
PASS
Mileage92,413 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,413 miles
Since last MOT+9,440 miles
PASS
Mileage82,973 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,973 miles
Since last MOT+7,089 miles
PASS
Mileage75,884 miles
Since last MOT+1,331 miles
PASS
Mileage74,553 miles
Since last MOT+1,391 miles
PASS
Mileage73,162 miles
Since last MOT+10,836 miles
PASS
Mileage62,326 miles
Since last MOT+9,142 miles
PASS
Mileage53,184 miles
Since last MOT+7,129 miles
PASS
Mileage46,055 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 RDZ
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 RDZ

What car is FT12 RDZ?

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

What is the mileage of FT12 RDZ?

The last recorded mileage for FT12 RDZ was 123,748 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT12 RDZ passed its MOT?

FT12 RDZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2025.

Is FT12 RDZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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