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WP61 KFD

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Bristol, West of England · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 169,246 miles on the clock, averaging 11,211 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 WP61 KFD

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,246
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
11,211

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,246 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,387
Average per year11,211
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WP61 KFD 51k81k110k140k169k '15'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,246 miles
Since last MOT+12,387 miles
PASS
Mileage156,859 miles
Since last MOT+11,625 miles
PASS
Mileage145,234 miles
Since last MOT+13,334 miles
PASS
Mileage131,900 miles
Since last MOT+23,438 miles
PASS
Mileage108,462 miles
Since last MOT+10,195 miles
PASS
Mileage98,267 miles
Since last MOT+8,183 miles
PASS
Mileage90,084 miles
Since last MOT+20,169 miles
PASS
Mileage69,915 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,915 miles
Since last MOT+18,865 miles
PASS
Mileage51,050 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

RegistrationWP61 KFD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About WP61 KFD

What car is WP61 KFD?

WP61 KFD is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bristol in 2012.

What is the mileage of WP61 KFD?

The last recorded mileage for WP61 KFD was 169,246 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP61 KFD passed its MOT?

WP61 KFD has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jul 2025.

Is WP61 KFD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP61 KFD 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 WP61 KFD?

WP61 KFD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.