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FV12 GZH

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 101,272 miles on the clock, averaging 6,779 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FV12 GZH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
101,272
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2015
100%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
6,779

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading101,272 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,193
Average per year6,779
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV12 GZH 27k45k64k83k101k '15'26'19

Check FV12 GZH

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,272 miles
Since last MOT+6,193 miles
PASS
Mileage95,079 miles
Since last MOT+7,905 miles
PASS
Mileage87,174 miles
Since last MOT+39,451 miles
PASS
Mileage47,723 miles
Since last MOT+8,023 miles
PASS
Mileage39,700 miles
Since last MOT+5,375 miles
PASS
Mileage34,325 miles
Since last MOT+3,041 miles
PASS
Mileage31,284 miles
Since last MOT+4,725 miles
PASS
Mileage26,559 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 GZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FV12 GZH

What car is FV12 GZH?

FV12 GZH is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FV12 GZH?

The last recorded mileage for FV12 GZH was 101,272 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV12 GZH passed its MOT?

FV12 GZH has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2026.

Is FV12 GZH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV12 GZH is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is FV12 GZH?

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