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RF61 EHN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 180,471 miles on the clock, averaging 11,415 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for RF61 EHN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
180,471
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2014
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
11,415

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading180,471 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,415
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF61 EHN 52k84k116k148k180k '14'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage180,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,471 miles
Since last MOT+2,784 miles
PASS
Mileage177,687 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage177,686 miles
Since last MOT+9,479 miles
PASS
Mileage168,207 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,144 miles
Since last MOT+9,400 miles
PASS
Mileage158,744 miles
Since last MOT+7,575 miles
PASS
Mileage151,169 miles
Since last MOT+7,205 miles
PASS
Mileage143,964 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,964 miles
Since last MOT+4,305 miles
PASS
Mileage139,659 miles
Since last MOT+11,890 miles
PASS
Mileage127,769 miles
Since last MOT+218 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,551 miles
Since last MOT+15,042 miles
PASS
Mileage112,509 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,509 miles
Since last MOT+21,265 miles
PASS
Mileage91,244 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,244 miles
Since last MOT+20,250 miles
PASS
Mileage70,994 miles
Since last MOT+18,727 miles
PASS
Mileage52,267 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,267 miles

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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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF61 EHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About RF61 EHN

What car is RF61 EHN?

RF61 EHN is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RF61 EHN?

The last recorded mileage for RF61 EHN was 180,471 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF61 EHN passed its MOT?

RF61 EHN has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.

Is RF61 EHN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF61 EHN 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 EHN?

RF61 EHN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.