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MK62 FRX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 110,939 miles on the clock, averaging 3,672 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 MK62 FRX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
110,939
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
3,672

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading110,939 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,511
Average per year3,672
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK62 FRX 73k83k92k101k111k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,939 miles
Since last MOT+3,511 miles
PASS
Mileage107,428 miles
Since last MOT+3,577 miles
PASS
Mileage103,851 miles
Since last MOT+4,209 miles
PASS
Mileage99,642 miles
Since last MOT+2,445 miles
PASS
Mileage97,197 miles
Since last MOT+1,748 miles
PASS
Mileage95,449 miles
Since last MOT+1,770 miles
PASS
Mileage93,679 miles
Since last MOT+8,600 miles
PASS
Mileage85,079 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,079 miles
Since last MOT+4,484 miles
PASS
Mileage80,595 miles
Since last MOT+3,726 miles
PASS
Mileage76,869 miles
Since last MOT+3,747 miles
PASS
Mileage73,122 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

RegistrationMK62 FRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About MK62 FRX

What car is MK62 FRX?

MK62 FRX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.

What is the mileage of MK62 FRX?

The last recorded mileage for MK62 FRX was 110,939 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK62 FRX passed its MOT?

MK62 FRX has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.

Is MK62 FRX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK62 FRX 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 MK62 FRX?

MK62 FRX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.