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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 107,653 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for MW61 CZZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 107,653 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 94 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW61 CZZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About MW61 CZZ
What car is MW61 CZZ?
MW61 CZZ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.
What is the mileage of MW61 CZZ?
The last recorded mileage for MW61 CZZ was 107,653 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW61 CZZ passed its MOT?
MW61 CZZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.
Is MW61 CZZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW61 CZZ 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 MW61 CZZ?
MW61 CZZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.