Vehicle summary
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 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 19,382 miles on the clock, averaging 3,740 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BL62 EXN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 19,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,542 |
| Average per year | 3,740 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL62 EXN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About BL62 EXN
What car is BL62 EXN?
BL62 EXN is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2013.
What is the mileage of BL62 EXN?
The last recorded mileage for BL62 EXN was 19,382 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL62 EXN passed its MOT?
BL62 EXN has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2020.
Is BL62 EXN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL62 EXN 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 BL62 EXN?
BL62 EXN is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.