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FY62 TVC

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 113,369 miles on the clock, averaging 11,032 miles per year, above 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 FY62 TVC

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,369
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
11,032

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,369 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,391
Average per year11,032
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY62 TVC 30k51k72k93k113k '15'23'19

Check FY62 TVC

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,369 miles
Since last MOT+7,391 miles
PASS
Mileage105,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,978 miles
Since last MOT+7,673 miles
PASS
Mileage98,305 miles
Since last MOT+8,599 miles
PASS
Mileage89,706 miles
Since last MOT+21,271 miles
PASS
Mileage68,435 miles
Since last MOT+17,692 miles
PASS
Mileage50,743 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,743 miles
Since last MOT+9,555 miles
PASS
Mileage41,188 miles
Since last MOT+10,724 miles
PASS
Mileage30,464 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

RegistrationFY62 TVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About FY62 TVC

What car is FY62 TVC?

FY62 TVC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2012.

What is the mileage of FY62 TVC?

The last recorded mileage for FY62 TVC was 113,369 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY62 TVC passed its MOT?

FY62 TVC has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2023.

Is FY62 TVC ULEZ compliant?

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

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