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LM62 YKP

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 115,203 miles on the clock, averaging 4,722 miles per year, well 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 LM62 YKP

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,203
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,722

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading115,203 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18
Average per year4,722
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM62 YKP 71k82k93k104k115k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,203 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,185 miles
Since last MOT+4,951 miles
PASS
Mileage110,234 miles
Since last MOT+4,371 miles
PASS
Mileage105,863 miles
Since last MOT+4,112 miles
PASS
Mileage101,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,751 miles
Since last MOT+2,433 miles
PASS
Mileage99,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,318 miles
Since last MOT+1,541 miles
PASS
Mileage97,777 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,777 miles
Since last MOT+5,851 miles
PASS
Mileage91,926 miles
Since last MOT+7,937 miles
PASS
Mileage83,989 miles
Since last MOT+7,518 miles
PASS
Mileage76,471 miles
Since last MOT+5,917 miles
PASS
Mileage70,554 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 YKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About LM62 YKP

What car is LM62 YKP?

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

What is the mileage of LM62 YKP?

The last recorded mileage for LM62 YKP was 115,203 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM62 YKP passed its MOT?

LM62 YKP has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2025.

Is LM62 YKP ULEZ compliant?

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

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