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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 Petrol 1984cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 26,251 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for NL62 YGD
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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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL62 YGD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About NL62 YGD
What car is NL62 YGD?
NL62 YGD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2012.
What is the mileage of NL62 YGD?
The last recorded mileage for NL62 YGD was 26,251 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL62 YGD passed its MOT?
NL62 YGD has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2015.
Is NL62 YGD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL62 YGD 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 YGD?
NL62 YGD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.