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GV62 DNN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 91,599 miles on the clock, averaging 7,101 miles per year, below 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 GV62 DNN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
91,599
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,101

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 reading91,599 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,101
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GV62 DNN 18k37k55k73k92k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,599 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,599 miles
Since last MOT+8,069 miles
PASS
Mileage83,530 miles
Since last MOT+112 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,418 miles
Since last MOT+9,060 miles
PASS
Mileage74,358 miles
Since last MOT+109 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,249 miles
Since last MOT+8,574 miles
PASS
Mileage65,675 miles
Since last MOT+6,644 miles
PASS
Mileage59,031 miles
Since last MOT+6,132 miles
PASS
Mileage52,899 miles
Since last MOT+8,539 miles
PASS
Mileage44,360 miles
Since last MOT+7,277 miles
PASS
Mileage37,083 miles
Since last MOT+2,480 miles
PASS
Mileage34,603 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,603 miles
Since last MOT+8,788 miles
PASS
Mileage25,815 miles
Since last MOT+7,320 miles
PASS
Mileage18,495 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

RegistrationGV62 DNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About GV62 DNN

What car is GV62 DNN?

GV62 DNN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.

What is the mileage of GV62 DNN?

The last recorded mileage for GV62 DNN was 91,599 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV62 DNN passed its MOT?

GV62 DNN has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.

Is GV62 DNN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV62 DNN 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 GV62 DNN?

GV62 DNN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.