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HJ62 VXV

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 98,044 miles on the clock, averaging 6,415 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 VXV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
98,044
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,415

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,044 miles
Reading date
Miles last year58
Average per year6,415
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HJ62 VXV 35k50k66k82k98k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,044 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,986 miles
Since last MOT+7,276 miles
PASS
Mileage90,710 miles
Since last MOT+5,268 miles
PASS
Mileage85,442 miles
Since last MOT+5,327 miles
PASS
Mileage80,115 miles
Since last MOT+6,336 miles
PASS
Mileage73,779 miles
Since last MOT+6,214 miles
PASS
Mileage67,565 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,559 miles
Since last MOT+8,032 miles
PASS
Mileage59,527 miles
Since last MOT+8,557 miles
PASS
Mileage50,970 miles
Since last MOT+6,927 miles
PASS
Mileage44,043 miles
Since last MOT+8,161 miles
PASS
Mileage35,882 miles
Since last MOT+1,258 miles
PASS
Mileage34,624 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 VXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
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 VXV

What car is HJ62 VXV?

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

What is the mileage of HJ62 VXV?

The last recorded mileage for HJ62 VXV was 98,044 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ62 VXV passed its MOT?

HJ62 VXV has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.

Is HJ62 VXV ULEZ compliant?

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

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