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FV62 TPX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 177,556 miles on the clock, averaging 13,248 miles per year, above 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 FV62 TPX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
177,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
13,248

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading177,556 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,636
Average per year13,248
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV62 TPX 43k76k110k144k178k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage177,556 miles
Since last MOT+13,636 miles
PASS
Mileage163,920 miles
Since last MOT+13,545 miles
PASS
Mileage150,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,375 miles
Since last MOT+13,784 miles
PASS
Mileage136,591 miles
Since last MOT+11,439 miles
PASS
Mileage125,152 miles
Since last MOT+13,115 miles
PASS
Mileage112,037 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,037 miles
Since last MOT+7,157 miles
PASS
Mileage104,880 miles
Since last MOT+13,307 miles
PASS
Mileage91,573 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,573 miles
Since last MOT+14,955 miles
PASS
Mileage76,618 miles
Since last MOT+19,646 miles
PASS
Mileage56,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,972 miles
Since last MOT+14,239 miles
PASS
Mileage42,733 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,733 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

RegistrationFV62 TPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About FV62 TPX

What car is FV62 TPX?

FV62 TPX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FV62 TPX?

The last recorded mileage for FV62 TPX was 177,556 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV62 TPX passed its MOT?

FV62 TPX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.

Is FV62 TPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV62 TPX 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 FV62 TPX?

FV62 TPX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.