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LB61 SGO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Wimbledon, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 143,198 miles on the clock, averaging 10,537 miles per year, above 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 LB61 SGO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
143,198
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,537

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,198 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,598
Average per year10,537
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB61 SGO 26k55k84k114k143k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,198 miles
Since last MOT+9,598 miles
PASS
Mileage133,600 miles
Since last MOT+8,165 miles
PASS
Mileage125,435 miles
Since last MOT+7,336 miles
PASS
Mileage118,099 miles
Since last MOT+13,568 miles
PASS
Mileage104,531 miles
Since last MOT+12,574 miles
PASS
Mileage91,957 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,957 miles
Since last MOT+11,499 miles
PASS
Mileage80,458 miles
Since last MOT+9,391 miles
PASS
Mileage71,067 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,061 miles
Since last MOT+7,963 miles
PASS
Mileage63,098 miles
Since last MOT+14,653 miles
PASS
Mileage48,445 miles
Since last MOT+12,265 miles
PASS
Mileage36,180 miles
Since last MOT+10,627 miles
PASS
Mileage25,553 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

RegistrationLB61 SGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About LB61 SGO

What car is LB61 SGO?

LB61 SGO is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2012.

What is the mileage of LB61 SGO?

The last recorded mileage for LB61 SGO was 143,198 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB61 SGO passed its MOT?

LB61 SGO has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2026.

Is LB61 SGO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB61 SGO 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 LB61 SGO?

LB61 SGO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.