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FT61 VOB

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 100,934 miles on the clock, averaging 11,089 miles per year, above 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 VOB

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,934
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
11,089

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading100,934 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,830
Average per year11,089
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT61 VOB 48k61k74k88k101k '15'19'16

Check FT61 VOB

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,934 miles
Since last MOT+5,830 miles
PASS
Mileage95,104 miles
Since last MOT+14,787 miles
PASS
Mileage80,317 miles
Since last MOT+15,621 miles
PASS
Mileage64,696 miles
Since last MOT+6,127 miles
PASS
Mileage58,569 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,569 miles
Since last MOT+10,712 miles
PASS
Mileage47,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,857 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 VOB
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 VOB

What car is FT61 VOB?

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

What is the mileage of FT61 VOB?

The last recorded mileage for FT61 VOB was 100,934 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT61 VOB passed its MOT?

FT61 VOB has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2019.

Is FT61 VOB ULEZ compliant?

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

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