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FW12 BHZ

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 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 156,074 miles on the clock, averaging 7,959 miles per year, around 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 FW12 BHZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
156,074
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2016
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,959

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 reading156,074 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,422
Average per year7,959
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FW12 BHZ 77k96k116k136k156k '16'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,074 miles
Since last MOT+7,422 miles
PASS
Mileage148,652 miles
Since last MOT+6,961 miles
PASS
Mileage141,691 miles
Since last MOT+4,696 miles
PASS
Mileage136,995 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,995 miles
Since last MOT+5,839 miles
PASS
Mileage131,156 miles
Since last MOT+8,592 miles
PASS
Mileage122,564 miles
Since last MOT+14,315 miles
PASS
Mileage108,249 miles
Since last MOT+11,574 miles
PASS
Mileage96,675 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,675 miles
Since last MOT+2,661 miles
PASS
Mileage94,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,014 miles
Since last MOT+15,490 miles
PASS
Mileage78,524 miles
Since last MOT+1,969 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,555 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

RegistrationFW12 BHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFW — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FW12 BHZ

What car is FW12 BHZ?

FW12 BHZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FW12 BHZ?

The last recorded mileage for FW12 BHZ was 156,074 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FW12 BHZ passed its MOT?

FW12 BHZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2026.

Is FW12 BHZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FW12 BHZ 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 FW12 BHZ?

FW12 BHZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.