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AK62 EAP

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 123,812 miles on the clock, averaging 8,947 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 AK62 EAP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,812
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
8,947

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,812 miles
Reading date
Miles last year84
Average per year8,947
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK62 EAP 32k55k78k101k124k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,812 miles
Since last MOT+84 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,728 miles
Since last MOT+6,505 miles
PASS
Mileage117,223 miles
Since last MOT+8,030 miles
PASS
Mileage109,193 miles
Since last MOT+3,925 miles
PASS
Mileage105,268 miles
Since last MOT+2,433 miles
PASS
Mileage102,835 miles
Since last MOT+1,904 miles
PASS
Mileage100,931 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,818 miles
Since last MOT+40,285 miles
PASS
Mileage60,533 miles
Since last MOT+2,402 miles
PASS
Mileage58,131 miles
Since last MOT+15,190 miles
PASS
Mileage42,941 miles
Since last MOT+11,140 miles
PASS
Mileage31,801 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

RegistrationAK62 EAP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About AK62 EAP

What car is AK62 EAP?

AK62 EAP is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.

What is the mileage of AK62 EAP?

The last recorded mileage for AK62 EAP was 123,812 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK62 EAP passed its MOT?

AK62 EAP has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.

Is AK62 EAP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK62 EAP 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 AK62 EAP?

AK62 EAP is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.