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HJ62 HXD

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 83,807 miles on the clock, averaging 6,362 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 HJ62 HXD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
83,807
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,362

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 reading83,807 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,022
Average per year6,362
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HJ62 HXD 15k33k50k67k84k '15'26'19

Check HJ62 HXD

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,807 miles
Since last MOT+9,022 miles
PASS
Mileage74,785 miles
Since last MOT+9,503 miles
PASS
Mileage65,282 miles
Since last MOT+7,962 miles
PASS
Mileage57,320 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,283 miles
Since last MOT+10,529 miles
PASS
Mileage46,754 miles
Since last MOT+8,750 miles
PASS
Mileage38,004 miles
Since last MOT+5,289 miles
PASS
Mileage32,715 miles
Since last MOT+3,376 miles
PASS
Mileage29,339 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,339 miles
Since last MOT+3,670 miles
PASS
Mileage25,669 miles
Since last MOT+4,065 miles
PASS
Mileage21,604 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,604 miles
Since last MOT+5,452 miles
PASS
Mileage16,152 miles
Since last MOT+713 miles
PASS
Mileage15,439 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

RegistrationHJ62 HXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeHJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About HJ62 HXD

What car is HJ62 HXD?

HJ62 HXD is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2012.

What is the mileage of HJ62 HXD?

The last recorded mileage for HJ62 HXD was 83,807 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ62 HXD passed its MOT?

HJ62 HXD has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.

Is HJ62 HXD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ62 HXD 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 HJ62 HXD?

HJ62 HXD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.