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FY62 TBZ

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 78,761 miles on the clock, averaging 4,852 miles per year, well 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 TBZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
78,761
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,852

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,761 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,852
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY62 TBZ 28k40k53k66k79k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,761 miles
Since last MOT+6,734 miles
PASS
Mileage72,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,027 miles
Since last MOT+12,101 miles
PASS
Mileage59,926 miles
Since last MOT+643 miles
PASS
Mileage59,283 miles
Since last MOT+929 miles
PASS
Mileage58,354 miles
Since last MOT+1,016 miles
PASS
Mileage57,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,338 miles
Since last MOT+815 miles
PASS
Mileage56,523 miles
Since last MOT+4,164 miles
PASS
Mileage52,359 miles
Since last MOT+6,508 miles
PASS
Mileage45,851 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,851 miles
Since last MOT+6,432 miles
PASS
Mileage39,419 miles
Since last MOT+5,677 miles
PASS
Mileage33,742 miles
Since last MOT+6,094 miles
PASS
Mileage27,648 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 TBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 TBZ

What car is FY62 TBZ?

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

What is the mileage of FY62 TBZ?

The last recorded mileage for FY62 TBZ was 78,761 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY62 TBZ passed its MOT?

FY62 TBZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2026.

Is FY62 TBZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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