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FV12 EYH

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 169,720 miles on the clock, averaging 11,900 miles per year, above 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 EYH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
169,720
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,900

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 reading169,720 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year11,900
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV12 EYH 37k70k103k137k170k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,720 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,719 miles
Since last MOT+10,368 miles
PASS
Mileage159,351 miles
Since last MOT+6,015 miles
PASS
Mileage153,336 miles
Since last MOT+7,876 miles
PASS
Mileage145,460 miles
Since last MOT+13,113 miles
PASS
Mileage132,347 miles
Since last MOT+14,034 miles
PASS
Mileage118,313 miles
Since last MOT+10,681 miles
PASS
Mileage107,632 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,627 miles
Since last MOT+11,929 miles
PASS
Mileage95,698 miles
Since last MOT+16,210 miles
PASS
Mileage79,488 miles
Since last MOT+9,980 miles
PASS
Mileage69,508 miles
Since last MOT+13,320 miles
PASS
Mileage56,188 miles
Since last MOT+19,230 miles
PASS
Mileage36,958 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 EYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FV12 EYH

What car is FV12 EYH?

FV12 EYH is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FV12 EYH?

The last recorded mileage for FV12 EYH was 169,720 miles, recorded on 12 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV12 EYH passed its MOT?

FV12 EYH has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2026.

Is FV12 EYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV12 EYH 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 EYH?

FV12 EYH is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.