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 Diesel 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 178,188 miles on the clock, averaging 16,760 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RF53 BEC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,188 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,760 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RF53 BEC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 BEC
What car is RF53 BEC?
RF53 BEC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RF53 BEC?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 BEC was 178,188 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 BEC passed its MOT?
RF53 BEC has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2022.
Is RF53 BEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 BEC 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 RF53 BEC?
RF53 BEC is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.