Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 70,622 miles on the clock, averaging 5,663 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for GF62 HWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,663 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF62 HWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About GF62 HWC
What car is GF62 HWC?
GF62 HWC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2012.
What is the mileage of GF62 HWC?
The last recorded mileage for GF62 HWC was 70,622 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF62 HWC passed its MOT?
GF62 HWC has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2026.
Is GF62 HWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF62 HWC 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 GF62 HWC?
GF62 HWC is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.