Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1380cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 11,219 miles on the clock, averaging 623 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BP61 VCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 11,219 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 605 |
| Average per year | 623 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP61 VCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1380cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About BP61 VCL
What car is BP61 VCL?
BP61 VCL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1380cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BP61 VCL?
The last recorded mileage for BP61 VCL was 11,219 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP61 VCL passed its MOT?
BP61 VCL has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.
Is BP61 VCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP61 VCL 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 BP61 VCL?
BP61 VCL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.