Vehicle summary
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 140,262 miles on the clock, averaging 11,246 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FY12 VLE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,262 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,345 |
| Average per year | 11,246 |
| 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FY12 VLE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About FY12 VLE
What car is FY12 VLE?
FY12 VLE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FY12 VLE?
The last recorded mileage for FY12 VLE was 140,262 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY12 VLE passed its MOT?
FY12 VLE has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2024.
Is FY12 VLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY12 VLE 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 VLE?
FY12 VLE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.