Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 122,352 miles on the clock, averaging 9,889 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 PJ62 VBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,352 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,889 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | PJ62 VBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About PJ62 VBO
What car is PJ62 VBO?
PJ62 VBO is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.
What is the mileage of PJ62 VBO?
The last recorded mileage for PJ62 VBO was 122,352 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ62 VBO passed its MOT?
PJ62 VBO has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.
Is PJ62 VBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ62 VBO 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 PJ62 VBO?
PJ62 VBO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.