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FT61 PUX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 113,737 miles on the clock, averaging 6,756 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 PUX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
113,737
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
6,756

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 reading113,737 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,314
Average per year6,756
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT61 PUX 38k57k76k95k114k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,737 miles
Since last MOT+7,314 miles
PASS
Mileage106,423 miles
Since last MOT+3,853 miles
PASS
Mileage102,570 miles
Since last MOT+2,561 miles
PASS
Mileage100,009 miles
Since last MOT+2,243 miles
PASS
Mileage97,766 miles
Since last MOT+4,030 miles
PASS
Mileage93,736 miles
Since last MOT+80 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,656 miles
Since last MOT+6,295 miles
PASS
Mileage87,361 miles
Since last MOT+6,932 miles
PASS
Mileage80,429 miles
Since last MOT+7,535 miles
PASS
Mileage72,894 miles
Since last MOT+13,245 miles
PASS
Mileage59,649 miles
Since last MOT+10,958 miles
PASS
Mileage48,691 miles
Since last MOT+10,584 miles
PASS
Mileage38,107 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 PUX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
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 PUX

What car is FT61 PUX?

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

What is the mileage of FT61 PUX?

The last recorded mileage for FT61 PUX was 113,737 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT61 PUX passed its MOT?

FT61 PUX has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.

Is FT61 PUX ULEZ compliant?

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

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