Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 121,323 miles on the clock, averaging 8,955 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for WP61 KKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,117 |
| Average per year | 8,955 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WP61 KKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About WP61 KKG
What car is WP61 KKG?
WP61 KKG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2012.
What is the mileage of WP61 KKG?
The last recorded mileage for WP61 KKG was 121,323 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP61 KKG passed its MOT?
WP61 KKG has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.
Is WP61 KKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP61 KKG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is WP61 KKG?
WP61 KKG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.