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DA62 TLZ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 107,366 miles on the clock, averaging 6,032 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for DA62 TLZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
107,366
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,032

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading107,366 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,702
Average per year6,032
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DA62 TLZ 47k62k77k92k107k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,366 miles
Since last MOT+12,702 miles
PASS
Mileage94,664 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,622 miles
Since last MOT+14,099 miles
PASS
Mileage80,523 miles
Since last MOT+10,601 miles
PASS
Mileage69,922 miles
Since last MOT+2,994 miles
PASS
Mileage66,928 miles
Since last MOT+3,273 miles
PASS
Mileage63,655 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,652 miles
Since last MOT+3,273 miles
PASS
Mileage60,379 miles
Since last MOT+2,753 miles
PASS
Mileage57,626 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,626 miles
Since last MOT+3,270 miles
PASS
Mileage54,356 miles
Since last MOT+4,020 miles
PASS
Mileage50,336 miles
Since last MOT+3,393 miles
PASS
Mileage46,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,943 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA62 TLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeDA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About DA62 TLZ

What car is DA62 TLZ?

DA62 TLZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.

What is the mileage of DA62 TLZ?

The last recorded mileage for DA62 TLZ was 107,366 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DA62 TLZ passed its MOT?

DA62 TLZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.

Is DA62 TLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA62 TLZ 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 DA62 TLZ?

DA62 TLZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.