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GV62 LNX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 142,807 miles on the clock, averaging 10,530 miles per year, above 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 GV62 LNX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
142,807
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,530

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading142,807 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,998
Average per year10,530
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV62 LNX 38k64k90k117k143k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,807 miles
Since last MOT+5,998 miles
PASS
Mileage136,809 miles
Since last MOT+5,823 miles
PASS
Mileage130,986 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,978 miles
Since last MOT+7,289 miles
PASS
Mileage123,689 miles
Since last MOT+12,323 miles
PASS
Mileage111,366 miles
Since last MOT+18,182 miles
PASS
Mileage93,184 miles
Since last MOT+20,059 miles
PASS
Mileage73,125 miles
Since last MOT+6,004 miles
PASS
Mileage67,121 miles
Since last MOT+6,836 miles
PASS
Mileage60,285 miles
Since last MOT+9,037 miles
PASS
Mileage51,248 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,248 miles
Since last MOT+11,086 miles
PASS
Mileage40,162 miles
Since last MOT+2,298 miles
PASS
Mileage37,864 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

RegistrationGV62 LNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About GV62 LNX

What car is GV62 LNX?

GV62 LNX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.

What is the mileage of GV62 LNX?

The last recorded mileage for GV62 LNX was 142,807 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV62 LNX passed its MOT?

GV62 LNX has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2025.

Is GV62 LNX ULEZ compliant?

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

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