Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 141,786 miles on the clock, averaging 11,437 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for NL62 UPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,786 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,392 |
| Average per year | 11,437 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL62 UPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About NL62 UPA
What car is NL62 UPA?
NL62 UPA is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.
What is the mileage of NL62 UPA?
The last recorded mileage for NL62 UPA was 141,786 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL62 UPA passed its MOT?
NL62 UPA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2025.
Is NL62 UPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL62 UPA is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NL62 UPA?
NL62 UPA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.