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HJ62 UXU

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 271,545 miles on the clock, averaging 31,361 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 UXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
271,545
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
31,361

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading271,545 miles
Reading date
Miles last year56,685
Average per year31,361
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HJ62 UXU 125k161k198k235k272k '15'20'17

Check HJ62 UXU

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage271,545 miles
Since last MOT+56,685 miles
PASS
Mileage214,860 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage214,847 miles
Since last MOT+14,318 miles
PASS
Mileage200,529 miles
Since last MOT+24,177 miles
PASS
Mileage176,352 miles
Since last MOT+14,517 miles
PASS
Mileage161,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,835 miles
Since last MOT+16,913 miles
PASS
Mileage144,922 miles
Since last MOT+14,845 miles
PASS
Mileage130,077 miles
Since last MOT+5,270 miles
PASS
Mileage124,807 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 UXU
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 UXU

What car is HJ62 UXU?

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

What is the mileage of HJ62 UXU?

The last recorded mileage for HJ62 UXU was 271,545 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ62 UXU passed its MOT?

HJ62 UXU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2020.

Is HJ62 UXU ULEZ compliant?

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

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