Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 112,286 miles on the clock, averaging 8,461 miles per year, around 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 EN61 EWB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 112,286 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,831 |
| Average per year | 8,461 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | EN61 EWB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About EN61 EWB
What car is EN61 EWB?
EN61 EWB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EN61 EWB?
The last recorded mileage for EN61 EWB was 112,286 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN61 EWB passed its MOT?
EN61 EWB has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2025.
Is EN61 EWB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN61 EWB 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 EN61 EWB?
EN61 EWB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.