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 1390cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 62,800 miles on the clock, averaging 10,001 miles per year, above 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 GV61 DWK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 62,800 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 10,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | GV61 DWK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About GV61 DWK
What car is GV61 DWK?
GV61 DWK is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV61 DWK?
The last recorded mileage for GV61 DWK was 62,800 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV61 DWK passed its MOT?
GV61 DWK has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2019.
Is GV61 DWK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV61 DWK 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 GV61 DWK?
GV61 DWK is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.