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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1200cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 197,301 miles on the clock, averaging 18,875 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for AD61 YFE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,301 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,862 |
| Average per year | 18,875 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD61 YFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About AD61 YFE
What car is AD61 YFE?
AD61 YFE is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.
What is the mileage of AD61 YFE?
The last recorded mileage for AD61 YFE was 197,301 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD61 YFE passed its MOT?
AD61 YFE has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Nov 2024.
Is AD61 YFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD61 YFE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AD61 YFE?
AD61 YFE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.