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FV62 YHS

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 96,448 miles on the clock, averaging 6,426 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 FV62 YHS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
96,448
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
6,426

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading96,448 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,302
Average per year6,426
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV62 YHS 29k46k63k80k96k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,448 miles
Since last MOT+2,302 miles
PASS
Mileage94,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,146 miles
Since last MOT+10,999 miles
PASS
Mileage83,147 miles
Since last MOT+5,124 miles
PASS
Mileage78,023 miles
Since last MOT+4,558 miles
PASS
Mileage73,465 miles
Since last MOT+4,754 miles
PASS
Mileage68,711 miles
Since last MOT+5,557 miles
PASS
Mileage63,154 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,154 miles
Since last MOT+6,586 miles
PASS
Mileage56,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,568 miles
Since last MOT+8,773 miles
PASS
Mileage47,795 miles
Since last MOT+8,753 miles
PASS
Mileage39,042 miles
Since last MOT+10,027 miles
PASS
Mileage29,015 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 YHS
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 YHS

What car is FV62 YHS?

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

What is the mileage of FV62 YHS?

The last recorded mileage for FV62 YHS was 96,448 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV62 YHS passed its MOT?

FV62 YHS has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.

Is FV62 YHS ULEZ compliant?

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

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