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HJ62 OWX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 58,188 miles on the clock, averaging 9,180 miles per year, above 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 OWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
58,188
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2015
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
9,180

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading58,188 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,180
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HJ62 OWX 40k44k49k54k58k '15'17'16

Check HJ62 OWX

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,188 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,188 miles
Since last MOT+9,195 miles
PASS
Mileage48,993 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,993 miles
Since last MOT+9,076 miles
PASS
Mileage39,917 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 OWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
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 OWX

What car is HJ62 OWX?

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

What is the mileage of HJ62 OWX?

The last recorded mileage for HJ62 OWX was 58,188 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ62 OWX passed its MOT?

HJ62 OWX has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2017.

Is HJ62 OWX ULEZ compliant?

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

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