Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 80,861 miles on the clock, averaging 6,177 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 GL62 XVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,007 |
| Average per year | 6,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GL62 XVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About GL62 XVY
What car is GL62 XVY?
GL62 XVY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2013.
What is the mileage of GL62 XVY?
The last recorded mileage for GL62 XVY was 80,861 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL62 XVY passed its MOT?
GL62 XVY has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2025.
Is GL62 XVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL62 XVY 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 GL62 XVY?
GL62 XVY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.