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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 145,669 miles on the clock, averaging 7,491 miles per year, around 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 XEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,669 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,491 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XEL |
| 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 XEL
What car is FV62 XEL?
FV62 XEL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.
What is the mileage of FV62 XEL?
The last recorded mileage for FV62 XEL was 145,669 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV62 XEL passed its MOT?
FV62 XEL has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2025.
Is FV62 XEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV62 XEL 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 XEL?
FV62 XEL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.