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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 71,728 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 RF61 DKX
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Full MOT Test History 1 test 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 | RF61 DKX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About RF61 DKX
What car is RF61 DKX?
RF61 DKX is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RF61 DKX?
The last recorded mileage for RF61 DKX was 71,728 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF61 DKX passed its MOT?
RF61 DKX has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2015.
Is RF61 DKX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF61 DKX 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 RF61 DKX?
RF61 DKX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.