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LR62 XLE

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 136,387 miles on the clock, averaging 8,972 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 XLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,387
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,972

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 reading136,387 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,092
Average per year8,972
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR62 XLE 67k84k102k119k136k '15'23'20

Check LR62 XLE

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,387 miles
Since last MOT+5,092 miles
PASS
Mileage131,295 miles
Since last MOT+7,346 miles
PASS
Mileage123,949 miles
Since last MOT+1,566 miles
PASS
Mileage122,383 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,383 miles
Since last MOT+3,458 miles
PASS
Mileage118,925 miles
Since last MOT+11,485 miles
PASS
Mileage107,440 miles
Since last MOT+11,862 miles
PASS
Mileage95,578 miles
Since last MOT+12,210 miles
PASS
Mileage83,368 miles
Since last MOT+16,692 miles
PASS
Mileage66,676 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 XLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About LR62 XLE

What car is LR62 XLE?

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

What is the mileage of LR62 XLE?

The last recorded mileage for LR62 XLE was 136,387 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR62 XLE passed its MOT?

LR62 XLE has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jul 2023.

Is LR62 XLE ULEZ compliant?

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

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