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FT61 PNU

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 106,925 miles on the clock, averaging 6,502 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 FT61 PNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,925
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,502

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 reading106,925 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,194
Average per year6,502
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT61 PNU 38k55k72k90k107k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,925 miles
Since last MOT+6,194 miles
PASS
Mileage100,731 miles
Since last MOT+6,764 miles
PASS
Mileage93,967 miles
Since last MOT+206 miles
PASS
Mileage93,761 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,760 miles
Since last MOT+2,582 miles
PASS
Mileage91,178 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,178 miles
Since last MOT+4,848 miles
PASS
Mileage86,330 miles
Since last MOT+5,289 miles
PASS
Mileage81,041 miles
Since last MOT+8,598 miles
PASS
Mileage72,443 miles
Since last MOT+5,757 miles
PASS
Mileage66,686 miles
Since last MOT+5,502 miles
PASS
Mileage61,184 miles
Since last MOT+6,986 miles
PASS
Mileage54,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,198 miles
Since last MOT+16,484 miles
PASS
Mileage37,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,714 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

RegistrationFT61 PNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About FT61 PNU

What car is FT61 PNU?

FT61 PNU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FT61 PNU?

The last recorded mileage for FT61 PNU was 106,925 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT61 PNU passed its MOT?

FT61 PNU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.

Is FT61 PNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT61 PNU 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 FT61 PNU?

FT61 PNU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.