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GY62 OML

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 93,607 miles on the clock, averaging 6,584 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 GY62 OML

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,607
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2015
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,584

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,607 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,127
Average per year6,584
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GY62 OML 52k63k73k83k94k '15'22'18

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,607 miles
Since last MOT+8,127 miles
PASS
Mileage85,480 miles
Since last MOT+5,709 miles
PASS
Mileage79,771 miles
Since last MOT+3,358 miles
PASS
Mileage76,413 miles
Since last MOT+2,729 miles
PASS
Mileage73,684 miles
Since last MOT+9,304 miles
PASS
Mileage64,380 miles
Since last MOT+9,879 miles
PASS
Mileage54,501 miles
Since last MOT+2,226 miles
PASS
Mileage52,275 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,275 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

RegistrationGY62 OML
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About GY62 OML

What car is GY62 OML?

GY62 OML is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.

What is the mileage of GY62 OML?

The last recorded mileage for GY62 OML was 93,607 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY62 OML passed its MOT?

GY62 OML has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Feb 2022.

Is GY62 OML ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY62 OML 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 GY62 OML?

GY62 OML is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.