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 1984cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 120,497 miles on the clock, averaging 9,115 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RE06 BEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,760 |
| Average per year | 9,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE06 BEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RE06 BEL
What car is RE06 BEL?
RE06 BEL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RE06 BEL?
The last recorded mileage for RE06 BEL was 120,497 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE06 BEL passed its MOT?
RE06 BEL has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2026.
Is RE06 BEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE06 BEL 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 RE06 BEL?
RE06 BEL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.