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EO62 EXG

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 127,903 miles on the clock, averaging 6,811 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 EO62 EXG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
127,903
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,811

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading127,903 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,811
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO62 EXG 59k76k93k111k128k '15'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,903 miles
Since last MOT+4,559 miles
PASS
Mileage123,344 miles
Since last MOT+5,855 miles
PASS
Mileage117,489 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,489 miles
Since last MOT+5,902 miles
PASS
Mileage111,587 miles
Since last MOT+5,466 miles
PASS
Mileage106,121 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage100,383 miles
Since last MOT+3,287 miles
PASS
Mileage97,096 miles
Since last MOT+5,984 miles
PASS
Mileage91,112 miles
Since last MOT+7,245 miles
PASS
Mileage83,867 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,867 miles
Since last MOT+5,696 miles
PASS
Mileage78,171 miles
Since last MOT+19,634 miles
PASS
Mileage58,537 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

RegistrationEO62 EXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About EO62 EXG

What car is EO62 EXG?

EO62 EXG is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EO62 EXG?

The last recorded mileage for EO62 EXG was 127,903 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO62 EXG passed its MOT?

EO62 EXG has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2025.

Is EO62 EXG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO62 EXG 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 EO62 EXG?

EO62 EXG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.