2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FR61 BUF

The 2012 Volkswagen Golf, recorded at 157,432 miles, passed its most recent MOT on 9 October 2025 with no defects noted, indicating a stable maintenance trend that has persisted through each annual test since the 2022 inspection. The mileage has risen from 110,839 miles in October 2022 to 157,432 miles in October 2025, averaging about 11,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 14‑year‑old vehicle. The jump from 110,839 to 129,307 miles between October 2022 and October 2023 represents an 18,468‑mile increase in a single year, while the subsequent intervals show a more moderate rise of roughly 15,000 miles per year, suggesting no prolonged periods of inactivity. No recurring mechanical faults appear in the record, yet the annual tests flagged items such as suspension bushes, coil springs and brake condition in earlier years, implying that these components merit close inspection. A buyer should examine the condition of the suspension bushes, check for binding rear calipers, assess brake disc wear and the state of the exhaust system, and verify that there is no structural rust or damage to the chassis. Given the clean defect history and regular testing, the vehicle appears well‑maintained, but the buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the items mentioned to confirm that wear has not accelerated since the last MOT.