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WP61 KFN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Bristol, West of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 119,883 miles on the clock, averaging 8,408 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 WP61 KFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,883
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,408

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading119,883 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,303
Average per year8,408
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP61 KFN 42k62k81k100k120k '15'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,883 miles
Since last MOT+9,303 miles
PASS
Mileage110,580 miles
Since last MOT+3,797 miles
PASS
Mileage106,783 miles
Since last MOT+3,600 miles
PASS
Mileage103,183 miles
Since last MOT+11,144 miles
PASS
Mileage92,039 miles
Since last MOT+13,199 miles
PASS
Mileage78,840 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,764 miles
Since last MOT+11,006 miles
PASS
Mileage67,758 miles
Since last MOT+6,309 miles
PASS
Mileage61,449 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,449 miles
Since last MOT+7,990 miles
PASS
Mileage53,459 miles
Since last MOT+11,299 miles
PASS
Mileage42,160 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 KFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 KFN

What car is WP61 KFN?

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

What is the mileage of WP61 KFN?

The last recorded mileage for WP61 KFN was 119,883 miles, recorded on 2 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP61 KFN passed its MOT?

WP61 KFN has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2024.

Is WP61 KFN ULEZ compliant?

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

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