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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 105,721 miles on the clock, averaging 6,487 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FV62 XDR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,721 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,650 |
| Average per year | 6,487 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FV62 XDR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About FV62 XDR
What car is FV62 XDR?
FV62 XDR is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FV62 XDR?
The last recorded mileage for FV62 XDR was 105,721 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV62 XDR passed its MOT?
FV62 XDR has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2026.
Is FV62 XDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV62 XDR 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 FV62 XDR?
FV62 XDR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.