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LF62 LUL

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1190cc

Red Registered in Wimbledon, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1190cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1190cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 66,361 miles on the clock, averaging 6,096 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for LF62 LUL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
66,361
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2024
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
6,096

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading66,361 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,979
Average per year6,096
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LF62 LUL 54k57k60k63k66k '24'26'25

Check LF62 LUL

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,361 miles
Since last MOT+8,979 miles
PASS
Mileage57,382 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,382 miles
Since last MOT+3,284 miles
PASS
Mileage54,098 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF62 LUL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1190cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About LF62 LUL

What car is LF62 LUL?

LF62 LUL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1190cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2012.

What is the mileage of LF62 LUL?

The last recorded mileage for LF62 LUL was 66,361 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF62 LUL passed its MOT?

LF62 LUL has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jun 2026.

Is LF62 LUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF62 LUL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is LF62 LUL?

LF62 LUL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.