Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 31,586 miles on the clock, averaging 8,073 miles per year, around 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 LP61 PMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 31,586 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,898 |
| Average per year | 8,073 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | LP61 PMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LP — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About LP61 PMV
What car is LP61 PMV?
LP61 PMV is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.
What is the mileage of LP61 PMV?
The last recorded mileage for LP61 PMV was 31,586 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LP61 PMV passed its MOT?
LP61 PMV has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Feb 2016.
Is LP61 PMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LP61 PMV 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 LP61 PMV?
LP61 PMV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.