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FY12 KMU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 152,845 miles on the clock, averaging 10,753 miles per year, above 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 FY12 KMU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
152,845
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2016
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,753

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading152,845 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year10,753
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY12 KMU 39k67k96k124k153k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,845 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage152,844 miles
Since last MOT+30,914 miles
PASS
Mileage121,930 miles
Since last MOT+26,059 miles
PASS
Mileage95,871 miles
Since last MOT+22,119 miles
PASS
Mileage73,752 miles
Since last MOT+6,449 miles
PASS
Mileage67,303 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,303 miles
Since last MOT+3,128 miles
PASS
Mileage64,175 miles
Since last MOT+1,563 miles
PASS
Mileage62,612 miles
Since last MOT+6,218 miles
PASS
Mileage56,394 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,394 miles
Since last MOT+5,874 miles
PASS
Mileage50,520 miles
Since last MOT+5,330 miles
PASS
Mileage45,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,190 miles
Since last MOT+6,178 miles
PASS
Mileage39,012 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,994 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

RegistrationFY12 KMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About FY12 KMU

What car is FY12 KMU?

FY12 KMU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FY12 KMU?

The last recorded mileage for FY12 KMU was 152,845 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY12 KMU passed its MOT?

FY12 KMU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2026.

Is FY12 KMU ULEZ compliant?

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

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