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LM62 UYL

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 141,550 miles on the clock, averaging 10,131 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 LM62 UYL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
141,550
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,131

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 reading141,550 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,131
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM62 UYL 36k63k89k115k142k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,550 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,550 miles
Since last MOT+9,493 miles
PASS
Mileage132,057 miles
Since last MOT+11,550 miles
PASS
Mileage120,507 miles
Since last MOT+6,563 miles
PASS
Mileage113,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,944 miles
Since last MOT+5,659 miles
PASS
Mileage108,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,285 miles
Since last MOT+26,426 miles
PASS
Mileage81,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,859 miles
Since last MOT+15,011 miles
PASS
Mileage66,848 miles
Since last MOT+14,717 miles
PASS
Mileage52,131 miles
Since last MOT+15,710 miles
PASS
Mileage36,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,421 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

RegistrationLM62 UYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About LM62 UYL

What car is LM62 UYL?

LM62 UYL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LM62 UYL?

The last recorded mileage for LM62 UYL was 141,550 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM62 UYL passed its MOT?

LM62 UYL has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2026.

Is LM62 UYL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM62 UYL 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 LM62 UYL?

LM62 UYL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.