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KM61 EWU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 153,805 miles on the clock, averaging 8,670 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for KM61 EWU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
153,805
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2014
93%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,670

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading153,805 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,999
Average per year8,670
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM61 EWU 53k79k104k129k154k '14'26'21

Check KM61 EWU

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,805 miles
Since last MOT+10,999 miles
PASS
Mileage142,806 miles
Since last MOT+10,132 miles
PASS
Mileage132,674 miles
Since last MOT+10,767 miles
PASS
Mileage121,907 miles
Since last MOT+9,282 miles
PASS
Mileage112,625 miles
Since last MOT+13,123 miles
PASS
Mileage99,502 miles
Since last MOT+1,634 miles
PASS
Mileage97,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,868 miles
Since last MOT+6,087 miles
PASS
Mileage91,781 miles
Since last MOT+5,138 miles
PASS
Mileage86,643 miles
Since last MOT+6,231 miles
PASS
Mileage80,412 miles
Since last MOT+5,470 miles
PASS
Mileage74,942 miles
Since last MOT+10,466 miles
PASS
Mileage64,476 miles
Since last MOT+10,979 miles
PASS
Mileage53,497 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 EWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About KM61 EWU

What car is KM61 EWU?

KM61 EWU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.

What is the mileage of KM61 EWU?

The last recorded mileage for KM61 EWU was 153,805 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM61 EWU passed its MOT?

KM61 EWU has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jul 2026.

Is KM61 EWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM61 EWU 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 KM61 EWU?

KM61 EWU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.