Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 96,431 miles on the clock, averaging 6,760 miles per year, below 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 PJ61 YSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,165 |
| Average per year | 6,760 |
| 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ61 YSW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About PJ61 YSW
What car is PJ61 YSW?
PJ61 YSW is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.
What is the mileage of PJ61 YSW?
The last recorded mileage for PJ61 YSW was 96,431 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ61 YSW passed its MOT?
PJ61 YSW has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.
Is PJ61 YSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ61 YSW 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 PJ61 YSW?
PJ61 YSW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.