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FT12 BLX

2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,509 mi
Last recorded126,509 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 BLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 126,509 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2026 126,459 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 116,872 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 104,822 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 88,036 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 76,805 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 51,387 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 39,532 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 34,804 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf S TDI?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 2,703 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
8,387
Miles/Year
2,703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
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FT12 BLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf S TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT12 BLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was FT12 BLX registered?

FT12 BLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is FT12 BLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 BLX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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