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 Diesel 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 164,258 miles on the clock, averaging 8,554 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 FH61 EJG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 164,258 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,554 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FH61 EJG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FH61 EJG
What car is FH61 EJG?
FH61 EJG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of FH61 EJG?
The last recorded mileage for FH61 EJG was 164,258 miles, recorded on 18 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH61 EJG passed its MOT?
FH61 EJG has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2026.
Is FH61 EJG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH61 EJG 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 FH61 EJG?
FH61 EJG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.