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HJ62 XLM

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 93,945 miles on the clock, averaging 7,533 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for HJ62 XLM

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,945
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
7,533

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading93,945 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,914
Average per year7,533
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HJ62 XLM 20k38k57k75k94k '15'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,945 miles
Since last MOT+6,914 miles
PASS
Mileage87,031 miles
Since last MOT+8,314 miles
PASS
Mileage78,717 miles
Since last MOT+8,367 miles
PASS
Mileage70,350 miles
Since last MOT+13,337 miles
PASS
Mileage57,013 miles
Since last MOT+3,076 miles
PASS
Mileage53,937 miles
Since last MOT+4,581 miles
PASS
Mileage49,356 miles
Since last MOT+5,859 miles
PASS
Mileage43,497 miles
Since last MOT+6,208 miles
PASS
Mileage37,289 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,288 miles
Since last MOT+10,733 miles
PASS
Mileage26,555 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,553 miles
Since last MOT+6,972 miles
PASS
Mileage19,581 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ62 XLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeHJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About HJ62 XLM

What car is HJ62 XLM?

HJ62 XLM is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2012.

What is the mileage of HJ62 XLM?

The last recorded mileage for HJ62 XLM was 93,945 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ62 XLM passed its MOT?

HJ62 XLM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2025.

Is HJ62 XLM ULEZ compliant?

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

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