2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2L Petrol · FR12 PWJ
2012 Volkswagen Golf (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 84,143 miles. MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,143 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
FR12 PWJ Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
- 84,143 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FR12 PWJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Golf (FR12 PWJ) between June 2015 and August 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
FR12 PWJ Mileage History
- 30/06/201521,609 mi
- 02/03/201623,972 mi+2,363 mi
- 27/02/201727,612 mi+3,640 mi
- 07/02/201830,618 mi+3,006 mi
- 12/09/201831,332 mi+714 mi
- 02/09/201937,424 mi+6,092 mi
- 21/08/202042,367 mi+4,943 mi
- 10/09/202149,684 mi+7,317 mi
- 10/09/202149,684 mi
- 15/08/202256,058 mi+6,374 mi
- 06/09/202363,111 mi+7,053 mi
- 06/09/202363,111 mi
- 10/09/202469,974 mi+6,863 mi
- 10/09/202469,974 mi
- 12/08/202576,099 mi+6,125 mi
- 25/08/202684,143 mi+8,044 mi
Average of roughly 5,606 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for FR12PWJ.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for FR12PWJ. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (FR12 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as FR12PWJ.
SKODA
OCTAVIA
SKODA
OCTAVIA
SKODA
FABIA
SKODA
FABIA
SKODA
FABIA
SKODA
FABIA
SKODA
FABIA
SKODA
FABIA
PEUGEOT
2008 ALLURE MHEV AUTO
AUDI
A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A
SKODA
FABIA
SKODA
FABIA
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.