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WP61 ODJ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 99,149 miles on the clock, averaging 4,615 miles per year, well below 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 ODJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,149
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,615

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading99,149 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,892
Average per year4,615
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP61 ODJ 50k63k75k87k99k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,149 miles
Since last MOT+3,892 miles
PASS
Mileage95,257 miles
Since last MOT+2,040 miles
PASS
Mileage93,217 miles
Since last MOT+2,717 miles
PASS
Mileage90,500 miles
Since last MOT+3,368 miles
PASS
Mileage87,132 miles
Since last MOT+1,260 miles
PASS
Mileage85,872 miles
Since last MOT+3,347 miles
PASS
Mileage82,525 miles
Since last MOT+4,590 miles
PASS
Mileage77,935 miles
Since last MOT+5,002 miles
PASS
Mileage72,933 miles
Since last MOT+12,047 miles
PASS
Mileage60,886 miles
Since last MOT+10,508 miles
PASS
Mileage50,378 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,377 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 ODJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
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 ODJ

What car is WP61 ODJ?

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

What is the mileage of WP61 ODJ?

The last recorded mileage for WP61 ODJ was 99,149 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP61 ODJ passed its MOT?

WP61 ODJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Sep 2025.

Is WP61 ODJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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