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RF61 EWA

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 152,721 miles on the clock, averaging 12,627 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 EWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,721
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,627

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 reading152,721 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,823
Average per year12,627
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF61 EWA 18k51k85k119k153k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,721 miles
Since last MOT+16,823 miles
PASS
Mileage135,898 miles
Since last MOT+8,373 miles
PASS
Mileage127,525 miles
Since last MOT+6,794 miles
PASS
Mileage120,731 miles
Since last MOT+3,819 miles
PASS
Mileage116,912 miles
Since last MOT+10,837 miles
PASS
Mileage106,075 miles
Since last MOT+96 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,979 miles
Since last MOT+12,331 miles
PASS
Mileage93,648 miles
Since last MOT+7,881 miles
PASS
Mileage85,767 miles
Since last MOT+20,510 miles
PASS
Mileage65,257 miles
Since last MOT+12,472 miles
PASS
Mileage52,785 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,785 miles
Since last MOT+16,733 miles
PASS
Mileage36,052 miles
Since last MOT+18,547 miles
PASS
Mileage17,505 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 EWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About RF61 EWA

What car is RF61 EWA?

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

What is the mileage of RF61 EWA?

The last recorded mileage for RF61 EWA was 152,721 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF61 EWA passed its MOT?

RF61 EWA has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.

Is RF61 EWA ULEZ compliant?

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

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