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RF61 EJN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 103,165 miles on the clock, averaging 6,186 miles per year, below 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 RF61 EJN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
103,165
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,186

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,165 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,883
Average per year6,186
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF61 EJN 35k52k69k86k103k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,165 miles
Since last MOT+3,883 miles
PASS
Mileage99,282 miles
Since last MOT+8,902 miles
PASS
Mileage90,380 miles
Since last MOT+6,924 miles
PASS
Mileage83,456 miles
Since last MOT+1,913 miles
PASS
Mileage81,543 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,543 miles
Since last MOT+4,984 miles
PASS
Mileage76,559 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,559 miles
Since last MOT+6,578 miles
PASS
Mileage69,981 miles
Since last MOT+9,675 miles
PASS
Mileage60,306 miles
Since last MOT+11,086 miles
PASS
Mileage49,220 miles
Since last MOT+5,564 miles
PASS
Mileage43,656 miles
Since last MOT+5,155 miles
PASS
Mileage38,501 miles
Since last MOT+2,023 miles
PASS
Mileage36,478 miles
Since last MOT+1,004 miles
PASS
Mileage35,474 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF61 EJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About RF61 EJN

What car is RF61 EJN?

RF61 EJN is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RF61 EJN?

The last recorded mileage for RF61 EJN was 103,165 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF61 EJN passed its MOT?

RF61 EJN has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.

Is RF61 EJN ULEZ compliant?

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

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