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FV12 NBZ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 106,236 miles on the clock, averaging 7,859 miles per year, around 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 FV12 NBZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
106,236
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,859

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading106,236 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,092
Average per year7,859
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV12 NBZ 21k42k64k85k106k '15'26'22

Check FV12 NBZ

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,236 miles
Since last MOT+1,092 miles
PASS
Mileage105,144 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,144 miles
Since last MOT+1,102 miles
PASS
Mileage104,042 miles
Since last MOT+3,582 miles
PASS
Mileage100,460 miles
Since last MOT+12,392 miles
PASS
Mileage88,068 miles
Since last MOT+6,421 miles
PASS
Mileage81,647 miles
Since last MOT+14,169 miles
PASS
Mileage67,478 miles
Since last MOT+14,447 miles
PASS
Mileage53,031 miles
Since last MOT+16,140 miles
PASS
Mileage36,891 miles
Since last MOT+7,320 miles
PASS
Mileage29,571 miles
Since last MOT+8,783 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,788 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

RegistrationFV12 NBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FV12 NBZ

What car is FV12 NBZ?

FV12 NBZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FV12 NBZ?

The last recorded mileage for FV12 NBZ was 106,236 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV12 NBZ passed its MOT?

FV12 NBZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2026.

Is FV12 NBZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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