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VE61 UXO

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 145,445 miles on the clock, averaging 9,277 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 VE61 UXO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
145,445
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,277

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading145,445 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,277
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VE61 UXO 44k69k94k120k145k '15'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,445 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,445 miles
Since last MOT+6,588 miles
PASS
Mileage138,857 miles
Since last MOT+6,999 miles
PASS
Mileage131,858 miles
Since last MOT+6,970 miles
PASS
Mileage124,888 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,884 miles
Since last MOT+9,459 miles
PASS
Mileage115,425 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,425 miles
Since last MOT+7,373 miles
PASS
Mileage108,052 miles
Since last MOT+5,867 miles
PASS
Mileage102,185 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,185 miles
Since last MOT+10,326 miles
PASS
Mileage91,859 miles
Since last MOT+9,695 miles
PASS
Mileage82,164 miles
Since last MOT+10,209 miles
PASS
Mileage71,955 miles
Since last MOT+10,843 miles
PASS
Mileage61,112 miles
Since last MOT+17,590 miles
PASS
Mileage43,522 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

RegistrationVE61 UXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About VE61 UXO

What car is VE61 UXO?

VE61 UXO is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.

What is the mileage of VE61 UXO?

The last recorded mileage for VE61 UXO was 145,445 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE61 UXO passed its MOT?

VE61 UXO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2025.

Is VE61 UXO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE61 UXO 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 VE61 UXO?

VE61 UXO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.