Vehicle summary
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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 126,443 miles on the clock, averaging 8,272 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FV12 BYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,443 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FV12 BYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About FV12 BYR
What car is FV12 BYR?
FV12 BYR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FV12 BYR?
The last recorded mileage for FV12 BYR was 126,443 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV12 BYR passed its MOT?
FV12 BYR has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is FV12 BYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV12 BYR 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 FV12 BYR?
FV12 BYR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.