133.
Those who, before 9 July 2012, have applied for initial or further leave under
the rules in force prior to that date will, if they qualify for it, be granted leave
under those rules and will continue to be dealt with under those rules through
to indefinite leave to remain if they qualify for it
(including those who have
applied for leave as a fiancé(e) or proposed civil partner), subject to the requirement
from October 2013 to pass the Life in the UK test and present an English language
speaking and listening qualification at B1 level or above to qualify for settlement. The
new criminality thresholds will also apply to such cases.

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/si...oi-fam-mig.pdf

from what you've said it look like they've made a mistake.