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LR62 KRX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 149,183 miles on the clock, averaging 8,434 miles per year, around 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 LR62 KRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,183
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,434

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading149,183 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,947
Average per year8,434
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR62 KRX 64k85k107k128k149k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,183 miles
Since last MOT+5,947 miles
PASS
Mileage143,236 miles
Since last MOT+11,200 miles
PASS
Mileage132,036 miles
Since last MOT+6,872 miles
PASS
Mileage125,164 miles
Since last MOT+3,743 miles
PASS
Mileage121,421 miles
Since last MOT+1,818 miles
PASS
Mileage119,603 miles
Since last MOT+2,629 miles
PASS
Mileage116,974 miles
Since last MOT+3,802 miles
PASS
Mileage113,172 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,168 miles
Since last MOT+15,676 miles
PASS
Mileage97,492 miles
Since last MOT+22,494 miles
PASS
Mileage74,998 miles
Since last MOT+10,892 miles
PASS
Mileage64,106 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

RegistrationLR62 KRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About LR62 KRX

What car is LR62 KRX?

LR62 KRX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LR62 KRX?

The last recorded mileage for LR62 KRX was 149,183 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR62 KRX passed its MOT?

LR62 KRX has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Oct 2025.

Is LR62 KRX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR62 KRX 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 LR62 KRX?

LR62 KRX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.