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FT12 YZB

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 100,342 miles on the clock, averaging 6,618 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 YZB

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,342
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,618

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading100,342 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,836
Average per year6,618
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FT12 YZB 32k49k66k83k100k '15'25'20

Check FT12 YZB

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,342 miles
Since last MOT+5,836 miles
PASS
Mileage94,506 miles
Since last MOT+9,256 miles
PASS
Mileage85,250 miles
Since last MOT+5,584 miles
PASS
Mileage79,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,666 miles
Since last MOT+5,097 miles
PASS
Mileage74,569 miles
Since last MOT+14,983 miles
PASS
Mileage59,586 miles
Since last MOT+7,257 miles
PASS
Mileage52,329 miles
Since last MOT+4,636 miles
PASS
Mileage47,693 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,693 miles
Since last MOT+5,159 miles
PASS
Mileage42,534 miles
Since last MOT+5,494 miles
PASS
Mileage37,040 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,040 miles
Since last MOT+4,761 miles
PASS
Mileage32,279 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 YZB
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 YZB

What car is FT12 YZB?

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

What is the mileage of FT12 YZB?

The last recorded mileage for FT12 YZB was 100,342 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT12 YZB passed its MOT?

FT12 YZB has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2025.

Is FT12 YZB ULEZ compliant?

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

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