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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 53,382 miles on the clock, averaging 2,201 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FV12 YYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,062 |
| Average per year | 2,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FV12 YYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| 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 YYR
What car is FV12 YYR?
FV12 YYR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FV12 YYR?
The last recorded mileage for FV12 YYR was 53,382 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV12 YYR passed its MOT?
FV12 YYR has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2026.
Is FV12 YYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV12 YYR 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 YYR?
FV12 YYR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.