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 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 121,204 miles on the clock, averaging 8,535 miles per year, around 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 SW61 VRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,204 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,142 |
| Average per year | 8,535 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW61 VRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SW61 VRU
What car is SW61 VRU?
SW61 VRU is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.
What is the mileage of SW61 VRU?
The last recorded mileage for SW61 VRU was 121,204 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW61 VRU passed its MOT?
SW61 VRU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is SW61 VRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW61 VRU 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 SW61 VRU?
SW61 VRU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.