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FY12 HXT

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 81,542 miles on the clock, averaging 4,367 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 FY12 HXT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
81,542
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,367

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 reading81,542 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,172
Average per year4,367
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY12 HXT 32k44k57k69k82k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,542 miles
Since last MOT+2,172 miles
PASS
Mileage79,370 miles
Since last MOT+1,668 miles
PASS
Mileage77,702 miles
Since last MOT+1,751 miles
PASS
Mileage75,951 miles
Since last MOT+1,201 miles
PASS
Mileage74,750 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,750 miles
Since last MOT+1,403 miles
PASS
Mileage73,347 miles
Since last MOT+1,527 miles
PASS
Mileage71,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,679 miles
PASS
Mileage67,141 miles
Since last MOT+9,746 miles
PASS
Mileage57,395 miles
Since last MOT+9,370 miles
PASS
Mileage48,025 miles
Since last MOT+8,521 miles
PASS
Mileage39,504 miles
Since last MOT+7,372 miles
PASS
Mileage32,132 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

RegistrationFY12 HXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FY12 HXT

What car is FY12 HXT?

FY12 HXT is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FY12 HXT?

The last recorded mileage for FY12 HXT was 81,542 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY12 HXT passed its MOT?

FY12 HXT has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jun 2026.

Is FY12 HXT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY12 HXT 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 FY12 HXT?

FY12 HXT is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.