Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 135,520 miles on the clock, averaging 11,015 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for LP61 WEO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,520 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,534 |
| Average per year | 11,015 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | LP61 WEO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LP — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About LP61 WEO
What car is LP61 WEO?
LP61 WEO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.
What is the mileage of LP61 WEO?
The last recorded mileage for LP61 WEO was 135,520 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LP61 WEO passed its MOT?
LP61 WEO has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jul 2023.
Is LP61 WEO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LP61 WEO 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 LP61 WEO?
LP61 WEO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.