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FY12 WFS

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 83,122 miles on the clock, averaging 5,085 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 WFS

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,122
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,085

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

Below average
Latest reading83,122 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,304
Average per year5,085
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY12 WFS 30k43k56k70k83k '15'25'21

Check FY12 WFS

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,122 miles
Since last MOT+5,304 miles
PASS
Mileage77,818 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,818 miles
Since last MOT+3,880 miles
PASS
Mileage73,938 miles
Since last MOT+3,608 miles
PASS
Mileage70,330 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage67,226 miles
Since last MOT+671 miles
PASS
Mileage66,555 miles
Since last MOT+6,270 miles
PASS
Mileage60,285 miles
Since last MOT+6,918 miles
PASS
Mileage53,367 miles
Since last MOT+10,780 miles
PASS
Mileage42,587 miles
Since last MOT+6,254 miles
PASS
Mileage36,333 miles
Since last MOT+6,833 miles
PASS
Mileage29,500 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 WFS
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 WFS

What car is FY12 WFS?

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

What is the mileage of FY12 WFS?

The last recorded mileage for FY12 WFS was 83,122 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY12 WFS passed its MOT?

FY12 WFS has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.

Is FY12 WFS ULEZ compliant?

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

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