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FY12 KNP

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 113,748 miles on the clock, averaging 6,681 miles per year, below 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 KNP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
113,748
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
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
6,681

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading113,748 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,996
Average per year6,681
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY12 KNP 40k58k77k95k114k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,748 miles
Since last MOT+2,996 miles
PASS
Mileage110,752 miles
Since last MOT+6,185 miles
PASS
Mileage104,567 miles
Since last MOT+3,833 miles
PASS
Mileage100,734 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,729 miles
Since last MOT+7,605 miles
PASS
Mileage93,124 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,091 miles
Since last MOT+7,601 miles
PASS
Mileage85,490 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,490 miles
Since last MOT+7,990 miles
PASS
Mileage77,500 miles
Since last MOT+14,709 miles
PASS
Mileage62,791 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,791 miles
Since last MOT+4,434 miles
PASS
Mileage58,357 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,356 miles
Since last MOT+9,791 miles
PASS
Mileage48,565 miles
Since last MOT+8,785 miles
PASS
Mileage39,780 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 KNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
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 KNP

What car is FY12 KNP?

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

What is the mileage of FY12 KNP?

The last recorded mileage for FY12 KNP was 113,748 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY12 KNP passed its MOT?

FY12 KNP has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2026.

Is FY12 KNP ULEZ compliant?

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

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