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OY62 VAV

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 193,343 miles on the clock, averaging 13,986 miles per year, above 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 OY62 VAV

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,343
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
13,986

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading193,343 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,737
Average per year13,986
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY62 VAV 68k99k131k162k193k '15'24'19

Check OY62 VAV

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,343 miles
Since last MOT+5,737 miles
PASS
Mileage187,606 miles
Since last MOT+11,466 miles
PASS
Mileage176,140 miles
Since last MOT+12,873 miles
PASS
Mileage163,267 miles
Since last MOT+9,765 miles
PASS
Mileage153,502 miles
Since last MOT+12,256 miles
PASS
Mileage141,246 miles
Since last MOT+15,897 miles
PASS
Mileage125,349 miles
Since last MOT+17,916 miles
PASS
Mileage107,433 miles
Since last MOT+20,006 miles
PASS
Mileage87,427 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,427 miles
Since last MOT+19,487 miles
PASS
Mileage67,940 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

RegistrationOY62 VAV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About OY62 VAV

What car is OY62 VAV?

OY62 VAV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2012.

What is the mileage of OY62 VAV?

The last recorded mileage for OY62 VAV was 193,343 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY62 VAV passed its MOT?

OY62 VAV has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jul 2024.

Is OY62 VAV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY62 VAV 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 OY62 VAV?

OY62 VAV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.