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FV12 MLZ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 94,244 miles on the clock, averaging 4,673 miles per year, well 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 MLZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,244
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,673

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

Low mileage
Latest reading94,244 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,223
Average per year4,673
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV12 MLZ 44k56k69k82k94k '15'26'22

Check FV12 MLZ

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,244 miles
Since last MOT+4,223 miles
PASS
Mileage90,021 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,021 miles
Since last MOT+3,959 miles
PASS
Mileage86,062 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,060 miles
Since last MOT+5,580 miles
PASS
Mileage80,480 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,478 miles
Since last MOT+4,872 miles
PASS
Mileage75,606 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,604 miles
Since last MOT+3,245 miles
PASS
Mileage72,359 miles
Since last MOT+3,686 miles
PASS
Mileage68,673 miles
Since last MOT+4,660 miles
PASS
Mileage64,013 miles
Since last MOT+4,373 miles
PASS
Mileage59,640 miles
Since last MOT+4,224 miles
PASS
Mileage55,416 miles
Since last MOT+5,233 miles
PASS
Mileage50,183 miles
Since last MOT+6,474 miles
PASS
Mileage43,709 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 MLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 MLZ

What car is FV12 MLZ?

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

What is the mileage of FV12 MLZ?

The last recorded mileage for FV12 MLZ was 94,244 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV12 MLZ passed its MOT?

FV12 MLZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.

Is FV12 MLZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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