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FY62 OCW

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 94,920 miles on the clock, averaging 6,633 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FY62 OCW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,920
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
6,633

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 reading94,920 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,633
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY62 OCW 28k44k61k78k95k '15'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,920 miles
Since last MOT+9,382 miles
PASS
Mileage85,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,538 miles
Since last MOT+6,472 miles
PASS
Mileage79,066 miles
Since last MOT+5,543 miles
PASS
Mileage73,523 miles
Since last MOT+12,897 miles
PASS
Mileage60,626 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,626 miles
Since last MOT+6,220 miles
PASS
Mileage54,406 miles
Since last MOT+5,010 miles
PASS
Mileage49,396 miles
Since last MOT+5,513 miles
PASS
Mileage43,883 miles
Since last MOT+3,516 miles
PASS
Mileage40,367 miles
Since last MOT+3,107 miles
PASS
Mileage37,260 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,260 miles
Since last MOT+9,710 miles
PASS
Mileage27,550 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,550 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 OCW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About FY62 OCW

What car is FY62 OCW?

FY62 OCW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FY62 OCW?

The last recorded mileage for FY62 OCW was 94,920 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY62 OCW passed its MOT?

FY62 OCW has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.

Is FY62 OCW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY62 OCW 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 FY62 OCW?

FY62 OCW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.