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AJ61 ODW

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 109,048 miles on the clock, averaging 14,648 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for AJ61 ODW

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,048
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
14,648

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading109,048 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,236
Average per year14,648
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ61 ODW 34k53k72k90k109k '15'20'18

Check AJ61 ODW

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,048 miles
Since last MOT+20,236 miles
PASS
Mileage88,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,812 miles
Since last MOT+19,882 miles
PASS
Mileage68,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,930 miles
Since last MOT+8,689 miles
PASS
Mileage60,241 miles
Since last MOT+11,198 miles
PASS
Mileage49,043 miles
Since last MOT+14,871 miles
PASS
Mileage34,172 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,172 miles

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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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 ODW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About AJ61 ODW

What car is AJ61 ODW?

AJ61 ODW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.

What is the mileage of AJ61 ODW?

The last recorded mileage for AJ61 ODW was 109,048 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ61 ODW passed its MOT?

AJ61 ODW has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2020.

Is AJ61 ODW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ61 ODW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AJ61 ODW?

AJ61 ODW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.